gamble in Dutch
gamble in Dutch is gok, waagstuk, gokken — gamble means to bet money or stake something valuable on an uncertain outcome, especially in games of chance.
gamble in Dutch
gok
A significant risk, undertaken with a potential gain.
gok
A risky venture.
waagstuk
A risky venture.
gokken
To take a risk, with the potential of a positive outcome.
gokken
To play risky games, especially casino games, for monetary gain.
kansspelen bedrijven
To play risky games, especially casino games, for monetary gain.
op het spel zetten
(transitive) To risk (something) for potential gain.
vergokken
(transitive) To risk (something) for potential gain.
wagen
(transitive) To risk (something) for potential gain.
What does "gamble" mean?
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verb To bet money or stake something valuable on an uncertain outcome, especially in games of chance.
"They gambled away their savings at the casino."
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verb To take a chance on something uncertain, hoping for a good result.
"She gambled on the new business idea despite the risk."
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noun A risky decision or venture undertaken in hope of a payoff.
"Moving to a new city with no job lined up was a real gamble."
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gamble in a sentence
- They gambled away their savings at the casino.
- He likes to gamble on horse races every weekend.
- She gambled on the new business idea despite the risk.
- Moving to a new city with no job lined up was a real gamble.
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What is "gamble" in Dutch?
"gamble" in Dutch is gok, waagstuk, gokken. gamble means: To bet money or stake something valuable on an uncertain outcome, especially in games of chance.
How do you use "gamble" in a sentence?
Example: "They gambled away their savings at the casino." In Dutch, "gamble" is gok, waagstuk, gokken.
Are there other ways to say "gamble" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 7 translations listed for "gamble": gok, waagstuk, gokken, kansspelen bedrijven, op het spel zetten, vergokken.
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