Two-suiters
A hand is a two-suiter if it contains: one suit of at least 5 cards and another of at least 4 cardsTo describe his two-suiter, the Opener must bid his second suit at the 2 level .
There are three types of two-suiters:
The minimum two-suiter, non-forcing with 12-17HCP. This allows the Responder to stay at the two level when bidding the opening suit.
The reverse, forcing for a round with 18HCP or more. The second suit, bid at level 2, is higher-ranking than the first. The Responder is thus obliged to jump a level to return to the opening suit.
The jump reverse, game-forcing, as from about 20HCP.
S | W | N | E |
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1 |
Pass |
1 |
Pass |
1 |
Pass |
3 |
Pass |
Pass |
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Important !!!
Your strength doesn't always allow you to bid your two-suiter, especially when your 5 carder is a minor suit and not a major suit... Don't lull your Partner into a false understanding about the strength of your hand.