gambled
word · lemma: gamble
Definition
Did something involving risking money or valuables in games of chance, like at a casino. It can also mean taking a risk in general.
Usage & Nuances
Past tense of 'gamble.' Usually refers to wagering money, especially in casinos or card games, but can also mean taking risks in any situation. Common collocations: 'gambled everything,' 'gambled his future.' Not used for skill-based competition.
Spanish: apostó - jugó (al azar)Portuguese (BR): apostou - jogou (apostando)Portuguese (PT): apostou - jogou (a dinheiro)Chinese (Simplified): 赌博了Chinese (Traditional): 賭博了Hindi: जुआ खेलाArabic: قام بالمقامرةBengali: জুয়া খেলেছিল - ঝুঁকি নিয়েছিলRussian: играл в азартные игры - рисковалJapanese: 賭けたVietnamese: đã đánh bạc - đã liềuKorean: 도박했다 - 위험을 감수했다Turkish: kumar oynadı - risk aldıUrdu: جوا کھیلا - رسک لیاIndonesian: berjudi - mempertaruhkan
Example Sentences
I can't believe you gambled your savings on a single game!
natural
He gambled on a risky investment and lost everything.
natural
He gambled all his money in one night.
basic
She gambled at the casino on Friday.
basic
They gambled and won a small prize.
basic
We gambled a bit for fun but didn’t take it too seriously.
natural