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    Naipes (en. Playing cards)

    /ˈnai.pes/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Card game that is used in various modalities and games.
    Playing cards are essential for playing poker.
    Los naipes son esenciales para jugar al póker.
    Set of cards that generally includes four suits: cups, golds, swords, and clubs.
    In Spain, playing cards are used to play mus.
    En España, los naipes se utilizan para jugar a la mus.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'naipes', which refers to playing cards.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to play cards
    To participate in a card game.
    jugar a los naipes
    to shuffle the cards
    To mix the cards before playing.
    barajar los naipes
    to deal the cards
    To distribute the cards among the players.
    echar los naipes

    Related Words

    deck
    Set of playing cards used in various modalities.
    baraja
    poker
    Card game that involves betting and skill.
    póker

    Slang Meanings

    To have an ace up one's sleeve.
    He always has a hidden card when he plays.
    Siempre tiene un naipe escondido cuando juega.
    It's a card game.
    Life is a card game; you just have to know how to play.
    La vida es un juego de naipes, sólo hay que saber jugar.