Full explanation — Blind
Blinds are the forced bets the two players left of the dealer must post before cards are dealt. They create a starting pot worth fighting for and prevent a game where everyone simply folds every hand.
What is Blind in poker?
Blinds are the forced bets the two players left of the dealer must post before cards are dealt. They create a starting pot worth fighting for and prevent a game where everyone simply folds every hand.
- English term: Blind
- Category: Betting
- In short: The umbrella name for the forced bets posted before the deal.
- The term appears at every Texas Hold'em table on ClubGG.
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In short
Blind
The umbrella name for the forced bets posted before the deal.
Blind
Where you meet it at the table
Blind (Blind) belongs to the Betting category and shows up in almost every hand of Texas Hold'em. If you are new, start with the poker rules and the hand rankings, then come back here. To practise risk-free you can play against our AI.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blind in poker?
Blinds are the forced bets the two players left of the dealer must post before cards are dealt. They create a starting pot worth fighting for and prevent a game where everyone simply folds every hand.
What is Blind called in English?
The English term is "Blind". It is used at every poker table in the world, including on ClubGG.
Which category does Blind belong to?
Blind belongs to the "Betting" category of our poker glossary. You can browse every term in that category on the full glossary page.