Knowledge Base
Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terminology used across ကမ္ဘာ့ဖလားသတင်း.
- Accumulator
- A type of parlay where multiple bets are linked together, and the winnings from each selection roll over to the next.
- Arbitrage
- Exploiting differences in odds across bookmakers to place opposing bets and secure a risk‑free profit.
- Asian Handicap
- A type of spread that gives a half‑goal or quarter‑goal advantage to one team, eliminating the draw as a possible outcome.
- Bankroll
- The total amount of money set aside for placing bets.
- Bet Builder
- An online tool that allows you to combine several betting markets from the same match into one custom wager.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
- A bet on whether each team will score at least one goal during the match.
- Cash Out
- A feature that lets you settle a bet before the event ends, locking in a profit or limiting a loss.
- Correct Score
- A bet that predicts the exact final score of a match, such as 2‑1 or 3‑0.
- Double Chance
- A bet that covers two of the three possible results of a match (win/draw, win/lose, or draw/lose) in a single wager.
- First Goal Scorer (FGS)
- A bet on which player will score the first goal in the match.
- Half‑Time/Full‑Time
- A bet that predicts both the result at halftime and the final result of the match.
- Hedge
- Placing a bet on the opposite outcome to reduce risk or guarantee a profit.
- In‑Play Betting
- Placing bets on a match after it has started, with odds that update in real time as the game progresses.
- Kelly Criterion
- A mathematical formula that calculates the optimal fraction of your bankroll to wager for maximum long‑term growth.
- Lay Bet
- A bet that a specific outcome will NOT happen, typically offered on betting exchanges.
- Line Movement
- The change in odds or point spread over time as more bets are placed and the market adjusts.
- Margin (Juice/Vig)
- The built‑in commission the bookmaker includes in the odds, ensuring a profit regardless of the outcome.
- Market
- A category of betting options for a specific event, such as match winner, total goals, or player props.
- Moneyline
- A bet on which team will win the match, with odds shown as a positive or negative number indicating the favorite and underdog.
- Odds Boost
- A promotional increase of the odds offered on a specific selection, giving a higher potential payout.
- Over/Under
- A bet on whether the total number of goals scored in a match will be higher (over) or lower (under) than a set line.
- Parlay
- A single bet that combines two or more selections; all must win for the bettor to receive a payout.
- Payout
- The total amount returned to the bettor after a winning bet, including the original stake.
- Point Spread
- A handicap given to the favored team, expressed as a number of goals, to make both outcomes equally attractive for betting.
- Stake
- The amount of money wagered on a single bet.