One of the two main hands in baccarat, dealt according to predetermined rules. The Banker hand does not represent the casino; it is simply one of two possible outcomes in this betting game. Players can bet on either the Banker or Player hand to win.

The second main hand in baccarat, which is dealt to a position representing the player's betting interests. The Player hand follows specific drawing rules, and its total is compared against the Banker hand to determine the winning outcome.

An outcome where both the Banker and Player hands have equal point values. Tie bets have higher payouts but significantly lower probability of occurring, making them a higher-risk betting option in baccarat strategy.

A two-card hand totaling 8 or 9 points, which is considered the strongest possible hand in baccarat. If either the Banker or Player receives a Natural on the initial deal, no additional cards are drawn, and that hand wins immediately.

The numerical value assigned to baccarat hands, ranging from 0 to 9. Cards are valued as follows: Aces count as 1, numbered cards retain face value, and face cards plus tens equal zero. Only the rightmost digit of hand totals counts toward the point value.

A fee charged by the casino when a Banker bet wins, typically 5% of the winnings. This commission is how casinos maintain their house edge in baccarat, as Banker bets have a slightly higher probability of winning compared to Player bets.

A situation where a hand does not receive an additional card. In baccarat, both hands follow predetermined drawing rules rather than player choice, so this term describes when those rules indicate no third card should be drawn.

When a hand receives a third card according to baccarat's rigid drawing rules. Unlike blackjack, baccarat players do not decide whether to hit; the rules automatically determine if a third card must be drawn based on the current hand total.

A betting pattern where players double their bet after each loss, aiming to recover previous losses with a single win. While mathematically interesting, this system carries significant risk and requires substantial bankroll reserves to weather consecutive losses.

The mathematical advantage the casino maintains over time. In baccarat, the Banker bet carries approximately 1.06% house edge, while the Player bet has around 1.24% edge. Tie bets have significantly higher house advantages, around 14%, making them less favorable statistically.

The practice of setting aside a specific amount of money for gambling and managing bet sizes proportionally. Effective bankroll management helps players extend their playing time and reduces the risk of significant losses during inevitable variance swings.

A variation of baccarat played on a smaller table with lower minimum bets. The game mechanics remain identical to standard baccarat, but the faster pace and reduced stakes make it accessible to more players with varying bankroll sizes.