das Lotto
Translation
lotto, lottery
Examples
Er spielt jede Woche Lotto.
He plays the lottery every week.
Hast du im Lotto gewonnen?
Did you win the lottery?
Grammar Patterns
to play ((the lottery)) to play the lottery He plays the lottery every week.
to win ((the lottery)) to win the lottery She won the lottery.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Glücksspiel (game of chance), Tombola (raffle)
Etymology
From Italian 'lotto', meaning 'lot' or 'destiny'. It refers to a share or portion.
Memory Tips
Think of winning 'a lot of' money. The word 'Lotto' sounds very similar to 'lot'.