In poker, a bet is when a player puts chips or money into the pot during a hand to either build the pot, apply pressure, or represent strength. It’s the most basic action in the game, and it kicks off the betting round. When someone bets, the next players must choose to call (match the bet), raise (increase it), or fold (give up their hand).
Bets can be made at different times in the hand—preflop, on the flop, turn, or river—and the size of your bet can reveal a lot about your hand or be used to bluff.
Betting is one of poker’s core weapons. Knowing when to bet—and how much—is a huge part of winning the game.
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