Poker glossary · Betting
What does “call” mean in poker?
Also called: flat call, flat हिन्दी में पढ़ें
Definition
Call: To call is to match the current bet or raise, putting in just enough chips to stay in the hand without raising.
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Calling keeps you in the pot without adding pressure. Good calls are usually backed by pot odds, implied odds or a clear plan for later streets. Calling too often without a reason is one of the most common leaks in low-stakes games, because it lets opponents bet for value and you rarely win the pot by force.
Example: Your opponent bets 20 into a pot of 40. You call 20, and the pot is now 80.
Related terms
- Pot oddsThe price you’re getting: the call amount compared with the total pot after you call.
- RaiseTo raise is to increase the size of the current bet, so other players must put in more chips if they want to continue in the hand.
- FoldTo fold is to give up your hand and any claim to the pot, discarding your cards without putting in any more chips.