Poker glossary · Hands
What does “overpair” mean in poker?
Definition
Overpair: An overpair is a pocket pair that is higher than every card on the board, such as Q-Q on a flop of J-7-3.
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An overpair is a strong one-pair hand that beats any top pair. It is often good enough to bet for value on several streets, but it is still only one pair. On coordinated boards, or when facing heavy action, think about whether sets, two pair or straights are likely.
Example: You hold Q♦ Q♣ and the flop is J♠ 7♥ 3♦. You have an overpair.
Related terms
- Top pairTop pair is a pair made by matching one of your hole cards with the highest card on the board.
- SetThree of a kind made with a pocket pair plus one matching card on the board.
- Made handA made hand is a hand that already has showdown value, such as a pair or better, rather than one still needing cards to improve.