Knowledge Base
Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terminology used across SONA101.
- Accumulator (Parlay)
- A bet that combines multiple selections; all must win for the bet to pay out, increasing potential returns.
- Bankroll
- The total amount of money you have set aside for betting, separate from your everyday finances.
- Bet Slip
- A digital record that lists your selected events, odds, and stake before you confirm a wager.
- Cash Out
- The option to settle a bet before the event ends, locking in a profit or limiting a loss.
- Cashback
- A promotion that returns a percentage of your net losses over a set period, credited as bonus funds.
- Deposit Match
- A bonus that adds a percentage of your deposit amount to your balance, e.g., a 200% match doubles your deposit.
- Free Spins
- A bonus round that lets you spin the reels without using your own balance, often with added perks.
- House Edge
- The built‑in advantage the casino has in each game, expressed as a percentage of each bet.
- In-Play (Live Betting)
- Placing bets on an event while it is already happening, with odds that update in real time.
- KYC (Know Your Customer)
- The process of verifying your identity with documents to comply with legal requirements and protect your account.
- Loyalty Points
- Rewards earned each time you wager, which can be exchanged for bonuses, free spins, or other perks.
- Minimum Deposit
- The smallest amount you must deposit to fund your account or to qualify for a promotion.
- Multiplier
- A feature that multiplies your win by a set factor, such as 2× or 3×, increasing the payout.
- Odds
- The probability of an outcome occurring; higher odds mean a larger potential payout.
- Paylines
- The lines across a slot’s reels where matching symbols must land to produce a win.
- Progressive Jackpot
- A prize pool that grows each time the game is played and can be won randomly or with a special combination of symbols.
- RNG (Random Number Generator)
- Software that generates random outcomes for each spin or game round, ensuring fairness.
- RTP
- The percentage of all wagered money a slot machine pays back to players over time; higher RTP means better long‑term odds.
- Scatter Symbol
- A special symbol that triggers free spins, bonus rounds, or other rewards no matter where it lands on the reels.
- Self-Exclusion
- A tool that lets you temporarily or permanently block your own account to help control gambling habits.
- Stake
- The amount of money you risk on a single bet or spin.
- Volatility
- How often and how much a slot pays out; high volatility means big wins are rare, low volatility means smaller, more frequent payouts.
- Wagering Requirement
- The number of times you must bet a bonus amount before you can withdraw any related winnings.
- Wild Symbol
- A symbol that can replace most other symbols to help form winning combinations.
- Withdrawal Limit
- The maximum amount you can take out of your account within a given time period.