In the context of the game of craps, the term yo-leven (or simply yo) is used to refer to a roll or bet of 11. The term is used to avoid the possibility of confusion between a bet on seven and a bet on eleven. In poker, the term is also sometimes used for the same reasons.
Yo-leven Odds, Payouts, and House Edge.
The true odds of an 11 appearing as a result of a roll by the shooter are 18 to 1.
The payout odds given by the house on such a bet are 15:1.
The house edge on a Yo-leven bet are 11.11%. In comparison, the casino advantage on a world bet is 13.33%. Both of these wagers are considered bad for the bettor.
Yo-leven:
- In craps or poker, a roll or bet of 11.
