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Terminology Used in Blackjack Splitting Pairs - If you are dealt two cards with equal value or any two ten-value cards, you may "split" them into two separate hands. You must match your original bet if you "split". Once "split", the two hands must be played separately completing the first hand befroe going to the second. You may "split" a pair up to three times, making four separate hands (with the exception of aces). You can take as many "hits" as you like on each hand. If you "split" a pair of aces, you will receive only one card on each of the hands. If you receive any ten-value card on a split ace, the hand has a total of 21 (it is not a Blackjack). Doubling Down - You may increase your wager by "doubling down." After receiving your first two cards, you may "double down" by increasing your wager up to the amount of your original bet, receiving only one additional card. You may "double down" on any first two cards. Hit or Draw - Signify that you wish another card by making a slight movement with your hand towards you. Insurance - If you decide to take "insurance," you are insuring your hand in the event the dealer has a Blackjack.
Insurance pays 2 to 1. You can wager any amount up to half your original bet. Therefore, if you have a $5 original bet, your maximum insurance wager would be $2.50 (1/2 of the original bet). If the dealer has Blackjack you lose your original bet, but you are paid 2 to 1 on your insurance. If the dealer doesn't have a Blackjack your original wager remains in play and only the insurance bet loses.
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