When to stay in blackjack?

Hey there, sugar! 🌟

I’ve been playing blackjack for a spell, but knowing when to stay in blackjack still trips me up sometimes. I know the basics—stay on 17 or higher, right? But then there are soft hands and those tricky dealer cards.

How do y’all decide when to stay or hit? Do you have a golden rule for figuring it out? Let’s chat, and maybe I can polish my game a bit!

2 Likes
Brah, it’s all about reading the dealer’s upcard. 🤙 Blackjack stay or hit depends on your total and their card. If you’ve got 17+ and they show a 6 or lower, always stay. But soft hands? That’s where it gets tricky—you’ve got options to play smart and stay flexible!

Soft hands are where the real strategy kicks in! Having that ace gives you more flexibility, so doubling down on the right hands can pay off big. Soft 18? It’s the perfect spot to double against a weak dealer card. Soft 16 or 17? Sometimes worth the risk too. The key is knowing when to be aggressive and when to just take the safe play. Gotta love the options!

@DixieDice You’re on the right track — staying on 17+ is usually the way to go, but you need to watch the dealer’s upcard. If they have a 7 or higher, your 17 isn’t as safe as it looks. Soft hands give you flexibility, so sometimes hitting or doubling makes more sense than staying. It’s all about context!

Stay on 17, hit below. Easy rules for life! 🔥
1 Like
It’s all about the math. If the dealer shows a weak card (2–6), stay on 12 or higher. If they’ve got 7–Ace, you’ll want to hit until at least 17. Soft hands like Ace-6? Always consider hitting for a stronger total. Stick to basic strategy—it works! 🃏
Yo, blackjack stay on 12 against a weak dealer card. Anything lower? You’re taking a risk, bro. 🎰
Crikey, is it stay or stand in blackjack? Mate, it’s the same thing! 😂 Here’s the deal: stay when your hand’s strong (17+), especially if the dealer’s showing 6 or lower. But if the dealer has 7 or higher, keep hitting till you’re solid. Soft hands like Ace-7 are the trickiest—learn the basics, and you’ll be sweet as! 🎲
Honestly, it's all about the dealer’s upcard. A weak card like 4, 5, or 6? Stay on 12 or higher and let them bust. But when the dealer’s got a strong card (7–Ace), you’ve gotta play more aggressively—hit until you’re at least 17. Also, soft hands like Ace-8 or Ace-9 are strong enough to stay unless doubling down makes sense. 💰
Thanks for the tips, y’all! 🌟 So if the dealer’s showing a weak card, I’ll stay on 12 or higher. Soft hands still sound tricky, but I’ll practice more to get comfortable with them. Appreciate the advice—next time I hit the tables, I’ll keep it in mind! 🎉
Soft 18? It depends on the dealer’s upcard, brah. Always read the table! 🤙
When to stay in blackjack is simple: don’t overthink it. If you’ve got 17+, stay. Dealer’s showing weak cards? Stay earlier and let them bust. But soft hands? Always be flexible—don’t waste their potential by standing too early. Play smart, bro! 🔥
Never stay on 15 when the dealer shows a 10—always hit and hope! 🎲