Part I: Games & Gaming · Dice Games — Craps & Sic Bo

Tai Sai (大細)

Sic Bo

Another Chinese name for Sic Bo, using Mandarin pronunciation rather than Cantonese. “Tai Sai” (大細) also means “Big Small,” referring to the primary betting options. This name is used in Mandarin-speaking regions including mainland China, Taiwan, and Singapore. In Singapore casinos, the game is typically referred to as Tai Sai or Sic Bo. The prevalence of different regional names for the same game reflects its deep historical roots across Chinese-speaking Asia and its adaptation to different linguistic communities.

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