The Spanish word for gambling is "juegos de azar." This is the most common and formal way to refer to gambling activities in Spanish-speaking countries.

There are also several other Spanish terms related to gambling:

• Apostar - To bet or place a wager
• Jugar - To play (used in gambling context)
• Apuestas - Bets or wagers
• Jugador - Gambler
• Casino - Casino (same spelling as English)

In different Spanish-speaking regions, you might hear variations:

• Mexico: "Apostar" is most commonly used
• Spain: "Juegos de azar" is the standard term
• Argentina: "Jugar por dinero" (literally: playing for money)

When referring to specific types of gambling, you can use these terms:

• Poker - "Póquer" or "Póker"
• Slots - "Tragamonedas" or "Tragaperras" (Spain)
• Roulette - "Ruleta"
• Blackjack - "Veintiuno" or "Blackjack"
• Sports betting - "Apuestas deportivas"

To use "gambling" in a sentence, here are some common examples:

"I like gambling" = "Me gustan los juegos de azar"
"He gambles too much" = "Él apuesta demasiado"
"Let's go gambling" = "Vamos a apostar"

Remember that in most formal or legal contexts, "juegos de azar" is the most appropriate term to use when referring to gambling activities in Spanish.

These terms are widely understood across all Spanish-speaking countries, though regional preferences may vary in casual conversation.

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