A pocket pair in poker means you’re dealt two cards of the same rank as your hole cards—like 9♣ 9♦ or A♠ A♥—before any community cards are shown. It’s a strong starting hand, especially in games like Texas Hold’em and Omaha.
Pocket pairs range from low pairs (like 2♠ 2♦) to premium pairs (like K♠ K♦ or A♣ A♣). The strength of a pocket pair depends on its rank, your position, and what action happens before you. Some players play all pairs aggressively; others fold small ones if the spot isn’t right.
Pocket pairs also give you the chance to hit a set (three of a kind) on the flop, which can be a powerful and sneaky hand.
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