Betting concept
Limp in Poker — What It Means and When to Use It
Limp is a betting move. Here's exactly what it means, when it's right, and when to avoid it.
Quick answer
Limp — Calling the big blind preflop instead of raising.
In more detail
Open-limping is a leak in 99% of situations. Always raise or fold; the limp gives the BB a free flop and the hand has no preflop fold equity.
Common questions
What does Limp mean in poker?
Open-limping is a leak in 99% of situations. Always raise or fold; the limp gives the BB a free flop and the hand has no preflop fold equity.
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