POKER TELLS

A poker tell is is anything readable that gives opposing players information about the strength of you hand. A tell may include a player's action, behavior, physical reaction,habits and of body language. Poker is not just about playing your own cards. To be a consistent winner, you have to form a reliable judgment of what the other players have.

Top Poker Tells

Tell	Examples	Your Own Corrective Measures
Anxiety Level	increase in heart rate eye pupil dilation trembling hands dry throat breathing vein in their neck	Don't play at table stakes that are above your bankroll *
Eyes	A player's eyes may widen when they have a good hand. A player may look at nice hole cards longer than bad hole cards.	Wear sun glasses, wear hat
Facial Expressions	facial expressions facial ticks happiness sadness nervousness - a sign of a weak hand	Wear hat, look down at the table
Glancing at Chips	A player may unconsciously look at his chips when he has hits his cards (on the flop or after).	*
Body Language	A player may slump when they have a weak hand (not confident) A player may be erect position when he has a strong hand (confident).	*
Playing / Betting Habits	A player may repeat a betting style during similar situation. In the worst case, other players will be able to characterize the betting style of the player.	*

* Be conscious of your habits and body language and try to identify your possible tells. Have a friend observe your play. Once you have identified your giveaways, try switching or reversing your "giveaways".

This list of tells is by no means comprehensive. If you have a favorite tell to add to our list please send it to us. Thanks.