| Poker
Etiquette
How
many of us have seen an image on television of the
polished poker gentleman, entering the casino in a tux
with a Cuban cigar in one hand and a 100-dollar bill in
the other? He sits down slowly and respectfully at the
poker table, exuding an air of confidence while all the
women ogle his cool composure and manners.
Perhaps
that image is not as far-fetched as it seems. Believe it
or not, there is a proper
Etiquette to Poker playing. Below are
guidelines to help transform anyone into a poker playing
'Don Juan'.
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Be careful with your choice of words.
Don't swear or use abusive language at the table
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Be polite to the dealer and to the
other poker players
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Play at a decently fast pace. Don't
make others wait by playing too slowly
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Wait your turn to act or place a bet
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Arrange your chips in a tidy manner
and place them (rather than throwing them) into the pot.
Don't make a mess because it prevents others from being
able to calculate the amount of money in the pot
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When betting, only grab the amount
you intend to use
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Don't flirt at the table. If you are
attracted to someone, wait until after the game to make
your move
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Don't comment on anyone's hand during
the game to avoid giving unfair hints
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Try to limit unnecessary chatter to
avoid disturbing the concentration of your fellow
players
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Most importantly, be modest if you
win big
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