Knowledge Base
Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terminology used across កីឡដ្ឋាន.
- American Odds
- US odds format using plus and minus values to indicate underdogs and favorites, based on $100 stakes.
- Arbitrage Betting
- Exploiting differing odds across sportsbooks to guarantee a profit regardless of the outcome.
- Bankroll
- The total amount of money set aside specifically for placing bets.
- Cashout
- An option to settle a bet early for a reduced payout, locking in profit or minimizing losses.
- Closing Line
- The final set of odds offered just before a match begins, often used to measure betting skill.
- Decimal Odds
- European odds format showing total return per unit staked, including the original wager.
- Fractional Odds
- UK odds format displaying potential profit relative to the stake, shown as a fraction.
- Free Bet
- A credit allowing a risk-free wager; winnings are paid out but the free bet stake is not returned.
- Futures Bet
- A long-term wager placed on an outcome decided far in advance, like which team wins the World Cup.
- Juice
- The commission or fee a sportsbook charges, typically built into the odds to ensure profit.
- KYC
- Identity verification checks required by regulators to confirm a bettor's identity and prevent fraud.
- Line Movement
- Changes in betting odds or spreads over time as more bets are placed or new information emerges.
- Live Betting
- Placing bets on a match while it is already in progress, with odds updating in real time.
- Moneyline Bet
- A simple wager on which team will win a match outright, with no point spread involved.
- Odds Boost
- A promotion enhancing payout odds on a specific selection, increasing potential winnings.
- Over/Under
- A bet predicting whether the total goals scored by both teams will be over or under a set number.
- Parlay
- A single bet that links multiple selections; all must win for a payout, offering higher odds but greater risk.
- Point Spread
- A handicap applied to the favored team to level the betting field, expressed as a number of goals.
- Prop Bet
- A wager on a specific event within a match, such as which player scores first or total yellow cards issued.
- Push
- A tie result where the bet is neither won nor lost, and the stake is usually refunded.
- Rollover Requirement
- The number of times bonus funds must be wagered before withdrawal is permitted.
- Self-Exclusion
- A tool allowing users to voluntarily block their own account for a set period to aid responsible gambling.
- Unit
- A standard measurement representing a percentage of your bankroll, used for consistent bet sizing.
- Welcome Bonus
- A promotion offering bonus funds or free bets to new customers upon signing up and depositing.