String Bet

A 'String Bet' in poker refers to a bet or a raise in which a player does not put out all the required chips in one motion.

What is a String Bet in Poker?

In poker, a 'String Bet' is when a player makes a bet or raise by putting out chips in multiple motions without verbally declaring the total amount of the bet or raise first. This is generally considered a breach of etiquette because it can be used to gauge opponents' reactions before deciding to commit the full amount of the bet or raise.

Understanding String Bet

String betting is not allowed in most organized poker games because it can lead to confusion and potential advantage-taking. To avoid string betting, players should either declare the amount of their bet or raise verbally before putting out any chips, or put out all the required chips in one motion.

String Bet in Poker

If a player is found to have made a string bet, usually only the first motion of chips is counted as their bet or raise, and they cannot add to it based on the reactions of other players.

Example of "String Bet"

For instance, if a player puts out three $5 chips and then goes back to their stack for two more $5 chips without declaring a raise to $25, this is a string bet.

• "He made a string bet, which was not allowed in the game."
• "She was accused of string betting and had to take back the additional chips."
• "To avoid a string bet, he declared his raise verbally before putting out any chips."

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