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gamble

Pronunciation: [ˈɡæmbl]

Word

Learn how to use gamble in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “games”

(verb) to play a game where you can win or lose money based on chance. This means you take a risk because you don't know if you will win or lose.

Example

Last weekend, I decided to gamble on the new card game with my friends and we had a lot of fun.

Example

She never likes to gamble because she is afraid of losing money.

Example

Why do some people choose to gamble instead of just playing for fun?

Context: “games”

(noun) the act of playing a game where money is involved, taking a risk to win something. When you gamble, you are hoping for a good outcome, but there is a chance you might lose.

Example

His gamble in the poker game paid off, and he won a big prize.

Example

Her gamble on the horse race didn't turn out well, and she lost her money.

Example

Do you think taking a gamble is worth the risk in the game?

How to pronounce gamble

Pronunciation: [ˈɡæmbl]

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