card game

[/kɑrd geɪm/]
nounpl: card games
jogo de cartas
1. A game played with a deck of playing cards as the primary equipment
Poker is one of the most popular card games in the world.
Pôquer é um dos jogos de cartas mais populares do mundo.
2. Any competitive or recreational activity involving cards with specific rules and objectives
She taught her children several card games during the rainy afternoon.
Ela ensinou aos seus filhos vários jogos de cartas durante a tarde chuvosa.
Card games are deeply rooted in both American and Brazilian culture as social activities. In Brazil, 'jogo de cartas' is a popular pastime during family gatherings and social events, with games like Buraco and Truco being particularly beloved. In the USA, card games range from casual family games to competitive tournaments (poker). The activity transcends age groups and socioeconomic backgrounds in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
card gamecard playcards
Antonyms / Antônimos
board gamevideo game

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
jogo de cartas
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
jogo de baralho
Alternative common usage in Rio de Janeiro and surrounding areas
São Paulo
jogo de cartas
Preferred standard term in São Paulo
Portugal
jogo de cartas
Same standard term used in Portugal

Related Words

deck of cardsplaying cardpokerbridgesolitaireshuffledeal

Related Idioms & Phrases

play one's cards right
hold all the cards
show one's cards
house of cards
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