Poker glossary: V
6 poker terms starting with V. Each entry has a clear definition, a worked example, and links to related concepts.
Value 3-Bet
A re-raise made with a strong hand to grow the pot when you are likely ahead. Targets calls from worse pairs and broadways, not folds.
Value 4-Bet
A 4-bet is the fourth bet in a preflop sequence: an open-raise, a 3-bet, then a 4-bet. A value 4-bet aims to be called by worse hands rather than primarily to fold opponents. Ex...
Value Bet
A value bet is a wager made when you believe you have the best hand. Its primary intent is to be called by worse holdings. You aim to extract chips from opponents who will pay y...
Value Range
A value range is the slice of a betting or raising range built from hands that want worse hands to call. It is the set of hands you bet or raise for value, not the single action...
Villain
The Villain is the opponent the Hero (the player in focus) analyzes in a hand. The Villain can be a real seat at the table or a hypothetical opponent used to explore decisions....
VPIP
VPIP (Voluntarily Put Money In Pot) is the percentage of hands a player chooses to enter preflop by limping, calling, or raising. It excludes forced blinds and free walks. VPIP...