Gambling in Tagalog

“Gambling in Tagalog” translates to “sugal” or “pagsusugal”, referring to games of chance played for money or risky betting activities. Understanding this term and its cultural context is essential in the Philippines, where gambling ranges from legal casino operations to traditional community games, each carrying different social and legal implications.

Gambling /ˈɡæm.blɪŋ/

• Noun 1: The act of playing games of chance for money or betting on uncertain outcomes.
• Noun 2: Taking risky actions in the hope of a desired result.
• Verb (present participle): Engaging in games of chance or risky behavior for potential gain.

Tagalog Synonyms: Sugal, Pagsusugal, Pustahan, Pusta, Sabong (cockfighting), Jueteng (illegal numbers game), Bisyo (vice)

Example Sentences:

English: Gambling is illegal in most parts of the Philippines except in licensed casinos.
Tagalog: Ang sugal ay ilegal sa karamihan ng bahagi ng Pilipinas maliban sa mga lisensyadong casino.

English: He lost all his savings through gambling and now regrets his addiction.
Tagalog: Nawala niya ang lahat ng kanyang ipon sa pagsusugal at nagsisisi na siya sa kanyang bisyo.

English: The government is cracking down on illegal gambling operations in the city.
Tagalog: Ang gobyerno ay kumikilos laban sa mga illegal na operasyon ng sugal sa lungsod.

English: She warned her brother about the dangers of gambling and its impact on families.
Tagalog: Binabala niya ang kanyang kapatid tungkol sa panganib ng pagsusugal at ang epekto nito sa pamilya.

English: Online gambling has become more accessible with the rise of internet technology.
Tagalog: Ang online na sugal ay naging mas accessible sa pagtaas ng teknolohiya ng internet.