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Rules and concepts ·
Tute variants: what changes in classic, habanero, arrastrado, subastado, cabrón and three-player Tute
Not every table plays the same Tute. We look at how dealing, play obligations and scoring change across its main variants, and what it means to declare Tute.
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What Is a Declaration? Twenty and Forty Points
In Tute and Guiñote, holding the rey and caballo of the same suit lets you make a declaration and score points. We explain what a declaration is, when you can make one, and how much it is worth.
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How to Play Brisca: The Rules in Five Minutes
Brisca is the perfect introduction to the Spanish deck: three cards, one trump suit and 120 points up for grabs. Here are the rules in simple terms.
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How to Play Cinquillo: Basic Rules
Cinquillo is a simple family card game: you start with the five of oros (coins) and build sequences of cards. Learn the rules in just a few minutes.
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Mus signals: what they mean and how to use them with your partner
Signals let you tell your partner about your cards without speaking. We look at the most common Mus gestures, when to use them and what to agree on before starting a game.
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