Essential Conventions

The 10 conventions every bridge player should know. Learn these and you'll handle the vast majority of hands.

Beginner

Find 4-4 major suit fits after 1NT

Show 5+ card majors after 1NT

Ask for aces heading toward slam

Enter the auction with support for unbid suits

Show values after opponent overcalls

Force to game when you need more info

Find major fits after 1NT rebid

Show controls on the way to slam

Show shortness with trump support

Navigate after 1NT interference

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