{"id":521,"date":"2026-03-27T09:40:31","date_gmt":"2026-03-27T09:40:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/winneronline.net\/au\/?page_id=521"},"modified":"2026-09-30T06:22:24","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T06:22:24","slug":"sic-bo-terms","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/winneronline.net\/ca\/casino-games\/sic-bo\/sic-bo-live-dealer-variants\/sic-bo-terms\/","title":{"rendered":"Sic Bo Terms"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sic Bo Terms and Glossary<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This glossary explains common Sic Bo labels, payout notation and probability terms. Definitions describe the usual concepts; the specific paytable and settlement rules still matter. Understanding a label does not guarantee a winning result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Essential Game Components<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before placing a bet, it is helpful to understand the physical and digital tools used to facilitate a round of Sic Bo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Shaker:<\/strong> The transparent dome or container used to vibrate or tumble the three dice. In modern live dealer games, this is usually an automated mechanical platform.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Layout:<\/strong> The printed or digital grid showing the betting areas offered by that version.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Keypad:<\/strong> A result-entry control used in some live implementations; other systems may record results differently.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Birdcage:<\/strong> A term sometimes used for a dice container or shaker; its design varies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">General Betting Terms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These terms describe the most common wagers found on a standard Sic Bo table in the Canadian market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Big:<\/strong> A bet that the total sum of the three dice will be between <strong>11 and 17<\/strong>. This is an even-money bet (1:1), but it loses if a triple is rolled.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Small:<\/strong> A bet that the total sum of the three dice will be between <strong>4 and 10<\/strong>. Like the Big bet, this pays 1:1 and loses if a triple appears.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Any Triple:<\/strong> A wager that all three dice will show the same number (e.g., three 2s, three 5s, etc.). This usually pays around 30:1.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Specific Triple:<\/strong> A bet on a specific three-of-a-kind (e.g., specifically three 4s). Its probability with fair independent dice is 1\/216; its payout is specified by the paytable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Specific Double:<\/strong> A bet that at least two of the three dice will show a specific number (e.g., two 6s). This typically pays 10:1.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Total Sum:<\/strong> A wager on the exact total of all three dice added together (ranging from 4 to 17).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advanced and Combination Terms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For players looking for more complex wagering strategies, these terms define specific combinations and patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Two Dice Combination (Domino):<\/strong> A bet that two specific, different numbers will appear (e.g., a 2 and a 5). This is often called a &#8220;Domino&#8221; bet because of how the numbers are paired on the layout.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Single Number Bet:<\/strong> Placing a wager on a specific number from 1 to 6. The payout can vary by match count. For example, 1:1, 2:1 and 3:1 profit odds mean total returns of 2, 3 and 4 times the winning stake, respectively.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duo:<\/strong> Another name for the Two Dice Combination bet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Even\/Odd:<\/strong> A wager on the parity of the total. Check whether triples are excluded; under the common exclusion rule all triples lose on both Odd and Even.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mathematical and Statistical Jargon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding the &#8220;math of the shaker&#8221; is key to managing your bankroll effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>House Edge:<\/strong> Expected loss as a percentage of stake under specified rules. It varies by payout and is not a prediction of the actual session result.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>True Odds:<\/strong> Odds derived from event probabilities. A specified triple has probability 1\/216 and odds against of 215:1; these are different ways of expressing the same event.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Payout Odds:<\/strong> The offered return for a winning entry. Profit odds and total-return multipliers differ because the latter include the returned stake. For tiered or enhanced payouts, all outcomes are needed to calculate expectation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Random Number Generator (RNG):<\/strong> An RNG is a mechanism for generating outcomes. The label alone does not establish that its design, implementation or use is random or fair; those claims need evidence and appropriate testing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Regional and Alternative Names<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because Sic Bo has a long history across different cultures, you may encounter these alternative names in various gaming circles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tai Sai \/ Dai Siu:<\/strong> Traditional Chinese names for the game, meaning &#8220;Big Small.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hi-Lo:<\/strong> A common Western nickname for the game, referring to the Big and Small betting options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Yee Hah Hi:<\/strong> A related Chinese dice game that uses symbols (like fish, crabs, and prawns) instead of standard pips on the dice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grand Hazard:<\/strong> An English dice game that is often considered a precursor or relative to Sic Bo, though it uses different betting terminology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Terms Matter for Canadian Players<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A triple can lose on Big\/Small while winning another area. A double may include a triple under its rules, while a two-number combination requires two different faces. These labels therefore cannot be treated as interchangeable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For worked examples, see <a href=\"https:\/\/winneronline.net\/ca\/casino-games\/sic-bo\/sic-bo-rules-betting-options\/big-and-small-bets\/\">Big and Small<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/winneronline.net\/ca\/casino-games\/sic-bo\/sic-bo-rules-betting-options\/combination-single-number-bets\/\">single-number and combination bets<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/winneronline.net\/ca\/casino-games\/sic-bo\/sic-bo-odds-strategy\/sic-bo-odds-payouts\/\">Sic Bo odds and payouts<\/a>. The <a href=\"https:\/\/winneronline.net\/ca\/casino-games\/sic-bo\/sic-bo-rules-betting-options\/\">rules overview<\/a> explains how a round is settled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Explore the full section: <a href=\"https:\/\/winneronline.net\/ca\/casino-games\/sic-bo\/sic-bo-live-dealer-variants\/\">live Sic Bo and multiplier variants<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sic Bo Terms and Glossary This glossary explains common Sic Bo labels, payout notation and probability terms. Definitions describe the usual concepts; the specific paytable and settlement rules still matter. Understanding a label does not guarantee a winning result. 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