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What Is Pure Bluff in Poker?

A bluff with little or no chance to improve if called.

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What it means

It relies mainly on fold equity at the current decision point.

AT THE TABLE

A practical example

On the river, you bet a missed draw that cannot win at showdown.

Where you will hear it

Texas Hold’em, Omaha where applicable. The exact usage can vary with rules and context.

Related concepts

Semi-BluffA bet or raise with a hand that is not currently strong but can improve if called.Explore ↗OverbetA bet larger than the pot before the bet.Explore ↗BluffA bet or raise intended to make better hands fold.Explore ↗Bet SizingThe amount selected for a bet or raise relative to the pot and stacks.Explore ↗Value BetA bet made because worse hands are expected to call often enough.Explore ↗

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Published 2026-10-15 · Updated 2026-10-15 · Flawless Poker Cosmic Codex