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You might be thinking that online roulette is the game for you due to its popularity, easy mechanics, and potential big wins. But before placing your bets on the best online roulette casinos in Sri Lanka, you must be aware of the game’s language to give you more confidence when playing. It isn’t necessary to know it all in one go but learning the basics is still important, especially if you want to impress your friends. This article will guide you through the basic list of roulette language for beginners.

• Action: Total amount bet during a play session.
• All-in: Betting your entire pot on a single bet.
• American Roulette: Common version in North, Central, and South America. It has an extra double zero (00) pocket and a higher house edge compared to European Roulette.
• Bet on the Layout: Placing a wager anywhere on the numbered section of the table.
• Block Bet: A wager covering a group of numbers on the wheel (similar to Orphelins).
• Column Bet: A bet on one of the three columns with 12 numbers each on the layout. Pays 2 to 1, similar to a Dozen Bet. Also called 'Colonne' in French Roulette.
• Combination Bet: A wager on two or more numbers on the layout. Pays less than single number bets but increases winning chances.
• Corner Bet: A bet on four numbers in a square on the layout. Pays 8 to 1. Also called 'Square Bet' or 'Quarter Bet,' or 'Carre' in French Roulette.
• Croupier: The dealer in live roulette tables. They manage the game, take bets, spin the wheel, and distribute winnings. (French term)
• Double Zero: The extra green pocket marked '00' on an American Roulette wheel.
• Dozen Bet: A bet on one of the three sets of 12 numbers on the layout. Pays 2 to 1, similar to a Column Bet. Also called 'Douzaine' in French Roulette.
• European Roulette: Common version in Europe and Asia. It has a single zero (0) pocket and a lower house edge compared to American Roulette.
• Even Bet: A wager that an even number will win. Also called 'Pair' in French Roulette.
• Even Money Bet: An outside bet (like red or black) that covers half the table. Pays out 1 to 1.
• French Roulette: A variation of European Roulette that might offer 'La Partage' or 'En Prison' rules. See 'Advanced Roulette Terminology' for more French terms.
• High Bet: A wager that a high number (19-36) will win. Also called 'Passe' in French Roulette.
• Inside Bet: A wager on any of the numbers on the table layout (e.g., Single Number Bets, Corner Bets).
• Line Bet: A wager that one of six numbers (two rows of three separated by a line) will win. Pays out 5 to 1. Also called 'Six Number/Line Bet,' or 'Sixainne' in French Roulette.
• Low Bet: A wager that a low number (1-18) will win. Also called 'Manque' in French Roulette.
• Marker or Dolly: The object placed on the winning number. Players cannot place new bets until it's removed.
• Mini Roulette: A roulette version with a smaller wheel and only 13 numbers (0-12) instead of 37.
• Odd Bet: A wager that an odd number will win. Also called 'Impair' in French Roulette.
• Odds: The likelihood of an outcome happening (e.g., Even Money Bets pay 1 to 1, meaning an equal chance of winning or losing).
• Outside Bet: A bet made on the 'outside' of the table layout (i.e., not the single numbers) like red/black, odd/even, dozens, columns, etc.
• Pockets: The small slots on the roulette wheel where the ball lands (numbered 1-36). Half are red, half black, and zero slots are green.
• Red Bet: An outside bet that the next number will be red. Pays 1 to 1.
• Split Bet: A wager on two numbers to win. The chip is placed on the line between the two numbers on the layout. Pays out 17 to 1. Also called 'Cheval' in French Roulette.
• Straight Up Bet: An inside bet on a single number. Pays out at a high rate of 35 to 1. Also called 'En Plein' in French Roulette.
• Street Bet: A bet on a row of three numbers on the table layout. Pays out 11 to 1. Also called 'Triple Bet' or 'Trio Bet,' or 'Transversale' in French Roulette.
• Wheel: The spinning roulette wheel with numbered pockets (including green zero and potentially double zero). The ball lands in a random pocket, determining the winning number.
• Zero: The green pocket marked '0' on all roulette wheels. American roulette also has a double zero (00) pocket, which increases the house edge (casino's advantage).

Conclusion

Now that you have the basic terms covered, you might find playing online roulette in Sri Lanka with ease. Remember that you are not required to memorize all of these terms but knowing them can give you an advantage and confidence. Most importantly, always enjoy the game.