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THE LITTLE GLOSSARY

Six words.
One at a time.

Turn over a terminology card when you are ready. These are broad meanings; the rulebook for a particular game may use a word more precisely.

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Turn

What does this word usually mean at the table?

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Turn and round
are different scales.

A turn is usually one player’s opportunity to act. A round commonly groups several turns or phases into a larger cycle. The exact boundary is defined by the game.

When teaching, point out both: “Your turn ends here; the round ends after everyone has taken a turn.” Check that the statement matches the actual rules.

A familiar word
can have a special job.

“Hand” often means cards held by a player, but a rulebook can use it in a particular way. “Action” might refer to one choice, a limited resource or a whole phase.

If the word seems inconsistent, look for the game’s glossary or illustrated example. You do not need to guess from everyday language alone.