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<br>Blackjack, also known as 21, is one of the most popular casino card games in the world. The game masterfully combines chance with strategy, offering skilled players one of the best opportunities to win. This guide will cover the basics to get you started.<br>
The Objective of the Game
<br>Your goal is to have a hand total higher than the dealer's, without exceeding 21. Any hand with a value greater than 21 results in a bust, and you lose the round. Many beginners think they need to get to 21, but that's not quite right.<br>
How Cards are Scored
Cards 2 through 10: Are worth their face value.
J, Q, K: Are each worth 10 points.
A: The Ace is flexible, counting as 1 or 11 to your benefit. A hand with an Ace that counts as 11 is called a "soft" hand.
Your Decisions at the Table
<br>After placing your bet, you and the dealer are each dealt two cards. Your cards are usually dealt face up, while the dealer has one card face up (the "upcard") and one face down (the "hole card"). Based on your hand and the dealer's upcard, you have several options:<br>
Hit: This means you want one more card from the deck.
Stay: This signifies you are finishing your turn with your current total.
Double: To double your original bet in exchange for receiving only one more card. This is often the correct play on a starting total of 9, 10, casino ([https://atuttavita.com/casino/lottomatica](https://atuttavita.com/casino/lottomatica)) or 11.
Split: If you are dealt a pair (e.g., two 8s or two Kings), you can split them into two separate hands. Splitting requires you to match your initial bet.
Improve Your Odds with Basic Strategy
<br>You can improve your results by learning the game's strategy. There is a mathematically optimal way to play every hand, known as "basic strategy". Basic strategy charts are widely available online and show you whether to hit, stand, double, or [casino](https://atuttavita.com/casino/pokerstars) split in any situation. By following basic strategy perfectly, you can reduce the house edge to as low as 0.5% in some games, making it one of the best bets in the casino ([https://atuttavita.com/](https://atuttavita.com/games/wild-buffalo)).<br>