Casino ABC: Letter V

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Casino ABC: Letter V
Maya Maya

From “Value” to “Lead Time”

You can count on "V"! The letter "V" has brought us some new terms once again. Whether they’re from the worlds of poker, slot machines, or roulette—to make sure you’re fully prepared for your next visit to MERKUR SPIELBANKEN —we’ll explain them to you in our usual simple and easy-to-understand way.

Value Bet

You're certain you have the strongest cards at the poker table and bet money to get the other players to call—that's a value bet. It's the exact opposite of a bluff. You want to fully exploit the "value" of your hand and maximize your winnings in the end.

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Variance

Since probability and luck always play a role in poker, winnings and losses fluctuate. High variance means greater fluctuations in your bankroll. This is due to the nature of the game and doesn't necessarily say anything about your actual skills.

Quartet / Quartet

A poker hand consisting of four cards of exactly the same rank (for example, four kings). A four-of-a-kind is therefore a very strong, but also rare, hand.

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Full Screen

A full screen occurs when, after a spin, the exact same symbol appears on every position of the reels across the entire screen. This usually results in one of the highest possible payouts and a screen where plenty is happening.

Full paving

In a "full cover" bet in roulette , you place your chips on almost all the numbers on the betting grid (for example, on 35 out of 37 numbers). The problem with this is that while you’ll almost always hit a winning number, the payout is less than the total bet for all those chips. The bottom line is that you end up losing money, which is why this isn’t a serious strategy.

Want to learn more about roulette strategies?

Then read our article on the most popular roulette bets and wagers now to learn more.

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Introduction

The phase before you actually place a bet in roulette is called the "warm-up." During this time, you observe the numbers that have come up over a few rounds. Many players use this phase to calmly analyze the table and wait for the perfect moment to place their first bet.

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