Basic Blackjack Strategy for Beginners

Master the fundamentals of blackjack strategy to reduce the house edge to under 1%. Learn when to hit, stand, double down, and split.

Blackjack is one of the few casino games where strategy significantly impacts your results. With perfect basic strategy, the house edge drops to as low as 0.5%.

Core Rules

• Always stand on 17 or higher
• Always hit on 8 or below
• Double down on 11 when the dealer shows 2-10
• Split Aces and 8s, never split 10s or 5s

Soft Hands (with an Ace)

Soft 17 or below: always hit. Soft 18: stand against 2-8, hit against 9-Ace.

When to Surrender

Surrender 16 against a dealer 9, 10, or Ace. Surrender 15 against a dealer 10.

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