Walking into a casino can feel like entering a foreign country where everyone speaks a completely different language.

Learning this terminology will not only make you sound like a pro but also help you avoid costly misunderstandings.

Slang Related to Bankrolls and Bets

A 'bankroll' is the total amount of money you have specifically set aside for your gambling session.

If someone refers to a 'whale,' they are talking about an incredibly wealthy player who bets massive amounts.

• 'Toke' is the casino slang for a tip given to the dealer
• 'Color up' means exchanging your small denomination chips for larger ones before leaving
• 'Comp' refers to free gifts, rooms, or meals given by the casino to reward your play

Game-Specific Terminology

When playing 21, the term 'bust' indicates that a hand has gone over the maximum limit and lost.

In Craps, the 'shooter' is the person currently rolling the dice, and a 'snake eyes' is a roll of two.

While it seems overwhelming at first, you will pick up this vocabulary very quickly once you start playing.