The descriptions below assume that you are familiar with the general game play of poker, and with hand values. They also make no assumptions about what betting structure is used. In casino play, it is common to use an ante and bring-in. In home games, it is typical to use an ante only. |
The descriptions below assume that you are familiar with the general game play of poker, and with hand values. They also make no assumptions about what betting structure is used. In casino play, it is common to use a small ante and bring-in. In home games, it is typical to use an ante only. |
The sample deal below assumes that a game is being played by four players: Alice, who is dealing in the examples; Bob, who is sitting to her left; Carol to his left; and David to Carol's left. This text uses the letters c, d, h, and s to represent card suits. This page might be easier to read if your browser can display card suit symbols. |
The sample deal below assumes that a game is being played by four players: Alice, who is dealing in the examples; Bob, who is sitting to her left; Carol to his left; and David to Carol's left. This page uses the letters c, d, h, and s to represent suits. This page might be easier to read if your browser can display suit symbols. |
Variations |
See Stud poker for many variations. |