Lottery Terms Made Simple

Understand the Language of the Game

From game types to prize categories, this glossary breaks down the key terms and phrases you’ll encounter while playing with the National Lotteries Authority.

A

Agent

An authorised retail location or kiosk where NLA lottery tickets are sold and prizes can be claimed.

Act of Parliament

The legislative statute (Act No. 29 of August 1999) which formally created the NLA and set out its mandate.

B

Back Pair

Match the last two numbers on your ticket in the exact order to the last two winning numbers.

Back Up

A combination of an In Line and a Mix 3 Way / Mix 6 Way bet. This increases your chances of winning.

Bingo

One of the games offered by NLA, originally part of early operations for public game of chance.

C

Community Activities

Projects and programmes funded or supported by NLA, including scholarships, cultural festivals, sports tournaments and school initiatives.

Culture

One of NLA’s key focus areas for funding and support, alongside sports, in its mission to contribute to national development.

D

Daily Cash 4

A daily draw game offered by NLA where players choose 4 numbers; results and draw details published for player reference.

Daily Pick 3

A daily lottery game under NLA where players pick three numbers; draw results and details published.

Draw (Jackpot) Game

A game type with periodic draws and jackpot prizes, such as Lotto or Super 6 offered by NLA.

F

Freeplay

This refers to a promotional or bonus play that allows a player to enter a game without using their own money.

Front Pair

Match the first two numbers on your ticket in the exact order to the first two winning numbers.

G

Games

The various lotteries and instant games offered by NLA — for example: Lotto, Super 6, Daily Pick 3, Scratch games.

Games of Chance

Activities that offer the chance to win prizes based on random outcomes; NLA promotes and regulates these in Grenada

I

In Line

Your selected numbers must match the winning numbers in the exact order.

InstaCash

This product is an instant gratification game printed on the Lottery terminal. These games offer players the chance to win prizes without waiting for a lottery draw.

J

Jackpot

The large prize amount in certain NLA lottery games, such as Lotto or Super 6, where matching all winning numbers wins the top prize.

L

Lotto

A weekly NLA draw game for a local jackpot prize in Grenada.

M

Mandate

The official task and responsibilities of NLA — to promote lotteries, pools and games of chance in Grenada and for related matters.

Mission

NLA’s formal goal “To contribute to national development by providing a source of funding for the support of sports, culture and community development while giving the general public the opportunity to enhance their lives by winning prizes from participating in games of chance.

Mix 3 Way

Two of the numbers must be the same; numbers can be matched in any order.

Mix 6 Way

Match your three numbers in any order to the winning numbers.

N

Nation-building

A focus of NLA’s community support, alongside sports and culture, aimed at strengthening national development through funding and sponsorships.

O

Online System / “Store and Forward” Terminal System

The technological system introduced by NLA around 1993 and upgraded in 2009, enabling agents, online sales and ticket redemption at multiple locations.

P

Play Way

A daily draw game offered by NLA where players choose symbols from a chart; results and draw details published for player reference.

Promotion

Special offers, marketing activity, or targeted campaigns designed to increase participation in NLA’s games and engagement with members.

Prize Claiming Conditions

The rules and requirements set by NLA for winners to claim their prizes, including timeframes and identification for larger prizes.

S

Scratch Games

Instant win games offered by NLA where players reveal symbols or numbers immediately rather than waiting for a draw.

Scholarship Program

A community initiative by NLA to support young talents in sports such as athletics, football and tennis.

Straight Play

Your four digit numbers must match the four winning numbers in exact order.

Split Pair

Match the first and third numbers of your ticket in the exact order to the first and third winning numbers

Sports

Another core focus for NLA funds and community support; examples include cricket, football and school sports programmes.

Super 6

A regional jackpot game offered by NLA where players choose six numbers from 1-28 and compete in the Windward Islands.

V

Vision

NLA’s long-term aspiration “To empower Grenada through Sports, Culture and Nation-Building.”