Suited connector
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Basic Definition
A suited connector refers to a hand where the cards are of the same suit and have consecutive numbers. Examples include 
or 
. This type of hand is advantageous for aiming for a straight or a flush.
Specific Situation
- If your hand is
and the flop is 
, there's a possibility for both a flush draw and a straight draw. - With a hand of
and a flop of 
, you have completed a straight and also have a backdoor flush possibility.
Important Information
- Small suited connectors (e.g.,
) can be risky. Even if you complete a flush or straight, there's a chance someone else will complete a stronger flush or straight.
Examples of Term Usage
"When I saw the flop with suited connectors, I had a straight draw, so I aimed for a check-raise on the turn."