Roullete, or roulette, is a casino game that involves a small ball rolling around a wheel and people betting on what number it will land on. While the game seems simple enough, there’s a surprising depth to it that can bring real excitement and rewards for serious bettors.

In a live game, the dealer spins a wheel in one direction while throwing a small ball in the opposite direction around a tilted circular track that runs along the outer edge of the wheel. Once the ball is about to come to a stop, the dealer will announce “no more bets.” This prevents players from placing new chips when the wheel is about to turn and prevents cheating. Online casinos will lock the layout once the croupier says no more bets, but it’s still important to know this rule so that you don’t place your bets too close to when the ball is about to stop.

The Dozens Bet (Pas et manque in French)

This bet is placed by putting your chips on the dozens on the roulette table map. The dozen numbers are grouped together on the left and right sides of the zero, so you’re wagering that the winning number will be in one of these groups. If the number in the first group comes up, you win. If it’s in the second, you win again. But if the winning number is in the third, you lose. This is an even-money bet, meaning you’ll get a payout of 1-1.

The Street/Three Number Bet/Side/The Trio

Also known as a parlay in American roulette, this bet is made by placing your chip(s) on the end of any row of three consecutive numbers on the table map. If any of these numbers win, you’ll be paid 11-1. This bet has a higher house edge than outside bets, but it can yield much larger payouts.

When you play roulette, it’s important to set a budget before you begin and stick to it. Every roulette table carries a placard displaying its minimum and maximum betting limits. Choose a table that will allow you to make multiple bets within your budget. Also, be sure to cash out your winnings as soon as possible so that you can continue betting with your predetermined budget.