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Casino ABC: Letter A

Learn the most important terms from the world of gaming with the Casino ABC! Clear, compact, and perfect for scoring points on your next Casino visit.

approx. 3 min.
Casino ABC: Letter A
Maya Maya

From "All-In" to "Ace"

Gambling stands for excitement and thrills, but there are also some technical terms you should know so that you don’t appear like a complete newcomer on your next Casino visit. In our new series “The Casino ABC”, we regularly take one letter at a time and explain the most important terms – in a clear and easy-to-understand way. Let’s get started with the letter A!

All-In

The term “all-in” comes originally from the world of poker and means that a player wagers their entire available balance in a single round. It’s the ultimate thrill move, because after that there’s no turning back. You either win the pot or walk away empty-handed. At your next poker night, you can be sure to impress with a casual “I’m going all-in!” – provided your hand isn’t a complete disaster.

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American Roulette

American Roulette is the US version of the popular Casino game and differs from European Roulette by having an additional zero (the double zero). Sounds like fun, doesn’t it?

Anchorman

At the blackjack table, the anchorman is the last player on the dealer’s right-hand side. They receive their cards last, just before it’s the dealer’s turn. Whether this position is an advantage or a disadvantage depends on how experienced the anchorman is as a player.

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Ante

In card games such as Ultimate Texas Hold’em , the ante is the compulsory initial bet that all players must place into the pot before the round begins. You can think of it as the entry fee for an exciting round of play. Without the ante, there’s no game – so always keep enough chips ready!

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Ace

The ace is not only the highest card in most card games but also one of the most flexible. In blackjack, it can count as either 1 or 11 – handy, isn’t it? An ace at the right moment can make the difference between a big win and a loss. No wonder it is often considered a symbol of luck.

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