Board

Basic Definition

In poker, the term "board" refers to the place where community cards are revealed or the group of those cards themselves. These are the cards laid out in the center of the table, shared and used by all players.

Specific Situation

• On the flop, three cards are revealed on the board. Example:
• When you reach the river, a total of five cards will be laid out on the board. Example:

Important Information

• Since the board's cards are shared by all players, you need to play while considering how your opponent's hand might be strengthened.
• The type of board (such as having pairs or easily completing a straight) greatly changes the strategy and points to watch out for, so it's good to remember the patterns.

Examples of Term Usage

"I thought the opponent might be on a straight draw because the flop was ."