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 (gambling), Tombola (raffle)
Etymology
Borrowed from Italian 'lotto', which means 'lot' or 'fate'. It signifies a share or portion.
Memory Tips
It sounds just like the English word 'lotto'. Imagine winning 'a lot o'' money.