Glossary

Straight flush

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Basic Definition

A straight flush is a poker hand consisting of five consecutive cards all in the same suit. It is the second strongest hand in No-Limit Hold'em.

Specific Situation

  • If your hand is 6h7h and the flop is 8h9hTh, you have completed a straight flush.
  • If your hand is QsJs and the flop is KsTs9s, you have completed a straight flush.

Important Information

  • A straight flush is the second strongest hand in poker, following a royal flush.
  • The chances of completing a straight flush are extremely low. Therefore, you don't often see it in actual play.

Examples of Term Usage

"I completed a straight flush, so I went all-in."