Bidding practice
The most widely-played natural bidding system in North America. 5-card majors, strong 1NT (15-17), strong 2C, weak twos, Stayman, and Jacoby transfers.
South’s turn to bid.
North
♠
A 8 7 2
♥
K J
♦
K J 6 5 4
♣
Q 8
HCP: 14
Shape: 4-2-5-2
Balanced: no
North's bid: Pass
Recommended call: 1♦ Different
Why
13-19 HCP, no 5c major, 5 diamonds
Auction so far
| N | E | S | W |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pass | Pass | — | — |
South
♠
K Q 3
♥
A Q 7 4
♦
A 8 3 2
♣
7 2
HCP: 15
Shape: 3-4-4-2
Balanced: yes