Asked by: Lowell Añaños
Asked in category: sports, horse racing
Last Updated: 4th May 2024

Is trifecta a valid word?

Trifecta is an expression that was created from horse racing in the late 20th century. A common variant of the noun triple is the noun trifecta. The word triple is a combination of the morpheme Tri- ('three") and the noun Perfecta. Superfecta seems to be restricted to horse racing and other gambling situations.



What is a trifecta, then?

A trifecta, a parimutuel wager placed on a horse race, is one in which the bettor must correctly predict which horses will finish in each order. This is also known as a Trifecta in the USA and Australia. It's also called a tricast or tierce in Hong Kong, and a triactor in Canada.

What is the after trifecta? Quadfecta (plural quadfectas (gambling, horseracing) A bet where the bettor must choose the winners of the top four positions (i.e. first, second and third) in a race.

Beside above, does trifecta mean 3?

Trifecta is a new addition to the English language. Trifecta is a combination of the prefix tri (meaning athreea), and the last element, in perfecta. This word, which has American Spanish origin, refers to a horse racing bet in that the first- or second-place finishers are correctly chosen.

Which horse racing bet is the best?

Horse Racing Wagers: What Kinds? And How Good Are Your Chances Of Winning

Type of Bet Your chances of winning Based on a $100 bankroll, suggested plays
Show Excellent $6 per horse
Place Good $5 per horse
Win Average $4 per horse
Quinella Average $36 for a three-horse box of $2 quinellas