Poker is a card game where players compete against each other in a bid to win the pot. A poker hand consists of five cards. The highest hand wins. If there is a tie, the higher pair wins. If there are more than two pairs, the higher card wins. When the player has the highest card, he or she can fold their cards and end the hand.
In poker, players may be required to contribute to the pot before being dealt cards. The first player to bet is called a “bet,” followed by a player who matches the previous bet. The next player is called a “call” and if they bet more, they raise. A player may also check their hand without betting.
The name “poker” likely comes from French poque, which means “to cheat.” The word “poke” was used by card hustlers, who cheated on their opponents. It is also commonly considered to be a descendent of brelan and primero, and the English game “brag” incorporates elements of the game’s bluffing and manipulation.
A player can also use the kitty to fund new decks of cards. The kitty is a pool of money collected by players, and is divided between players who have made the highest five-card hand. This money is used to buy new cards and food, and is shared among the players. The kitty is not shared out to players who leave the game before the end of the game.