Glossary

Below is a list of some common terms that other Texas Hold’em players will throw around without hesitation. If you want to be respected at the table, you better know what they are saying and know how to throw a few words of your own in. Most of these terms are more than specifically hold’em meanings but you'll no doubt hear them often when playing Texas Hold’em!

Ante - The minimum amount to be placed on the table before cards are dealt and betting begins.

Street - A name for the various stages of betting and receiving cards. Because the game beings with three cards - play starts in 3rd Street, and continues to 7th street.

River - The final visual card dealt.

Bring-in - A small beginning bet required from the Player with the lowest value exposed card.