saam1 cung4 coi2三重彩
Jyutpingsaam1 cung4 coi2
Yalesāam chùhng chói
Definition
Tierce; a horse racing bet where one predicts the first three horses in the correct order.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the horse racing bet where you must correctly predict the first, second, and third place finishers in the exact order. It is a high risk, high reward bet compared to simpler options like win or place bets. The term is deeply embedded in the local gambling culture and is rarely used outside of the context of the Hong Kong Jockey Club.
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zyu3注jyuExamples
I bought a Trifecta bet today, hope I win.
Do you know how to place a Trifecta bet most safely?
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Common phrases
to place a Trifecta bet
to win a Trifecta bet
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 四連環, which requires picking the top four finishers but allows them to finish in any order, whereas 三重彩 strictly requires the exact finishing sequence.
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Grammar guides
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