Poker Terms: From Beginner to Pro

Playing poker is not just a random combination of cards, but a strategic confrontation in which both playing skills and an understanding of basic terms are important.

1. Pocket cards

The first two cards dealt to each player in Hold'em and Omaha are called pocket cards. They remain hidden from other players until the end of the betting round.

2. Board

The community cards placed on the table are called the board. They are used by all players to make poker hands.

3. Blinds

Blinds are mandatory bets made by two players before cards are dealt. They create the initial pot and encourage action at the table.

4. Flop, turn, river

These terms refer to the community cards that are dealt in turn after the first betting round (flop), second round (turn), and third round (river).

5. Bluff

Bluffing is a strategic technique in which a player bets or raises with incomplete or weak guidance in order to force opponents to fold stronger hands.

6. Call, check, raise

Calling is accepting your opponent's bet. Checking is passing without betting. A raise is an increase in the size of the bet.

7. Pot

The pot is the sum of all bets made in the current round of betting. The winner of this round receives the entire pot.

8. Nats

A term used to indicate the best possible poker hand at a given moment.

9. High roller

A player who plays for very high stakes, usually with large sums of money.

10. Tournament and cash game

A tournament is a game format in which players play until they lose all their chips. A cash game is a format in which players can buy chips and leave at any time.

Understanding poker terms is the key to playing successfully. We hope this article helped you deepen your knowledge and prepare for your next poker match. Good luck at the table!