Standing
Posted on January 18, 2008 in the blackjack category
Once the initial deal is complete, the player has several options. One of those options is to “stand,” or stay put when satisfied with the total of his cards. To “stand” or “stay” means to not take additional cards, whether that occurs after the initial deal or after several cards have been drawn. In handheld games, a player desiring to stand simply takes his initial two cards and slides them, facedown, beneath his wager. In shoe games, a quick shake of the hand in a back-and-forth motion signifies to the dealer that no additional cards are desired
Hitting
Posted on January 14, 2008 in the blackjack category
“Hitting” in blackjack means asking for or “drawing” another card. A player hits when hoping to improve his hand. In single- and double-deck games, where the first two cards are dealt face down, the player re-quests another card by way of a quick, short scratch of the table with the two cards he is holding. In multiple-deck games, or when all cards are dealt face up, the player requests another by simply tapping the table with a finger.
A hand signal or some type of movement indicating intent is required. Simply asking for or declining another card verbally is almost universally unacceptable.
