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

Before sitting down at a high-stakes table, you should familiarize yourself with these common phrases.

Common Financial Terms in the Casino

Your ‘bankroll’ is your gaming budget, and protecting it should be your top priority.

A ‘high roller’ or ‘whale’ is a VIP gambler who wagers tens of thousands of dollars per hand.

• ‘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

Important Phrases for Specific Games

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

At the craps table, rolling a seven after the point is established is known as ‘sevening out’.

Do not be afraid to ask the dealer to explain a term if you are confused; they are there to help.