Hand strength

What is Trips in Poker? Definition & Examples

Here's a clear definition with real-hand context, plus how it connects to the rest of your strategy.

Quick answer

Trips — Three of a kind using one hole card and a paired board.

In more detail

Weaker than a set because opponents can also have trips with a kicker advantage.

Common questions

What does Trips mean in poker?

Weaker than a set because opponents can also have trips with a kicker advantage.

Related terms

Bottom Pair
A pair using one of your hole cards and the lowest board card.
Flush
Five cards of the same suit. Beats a straight.
Full House
Three of a kind plus a pair. Beats a flush.
Kicker
The side card that breaks ties between same-rank hands.

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