Straight – A straight is a five card sequence in numerical order. The
five cards do not have to be the same suit.
Three of a Kind – Three of a kind consists of three cards that are
the same number, plus two other random cards. When facing an opponent who is
also holding three of a kind, the higher of the two three of a kind hands wins.
Example: three fives would beat three fours.
Two Pair – Two pair is a five card hand that consists of two sets of
pairs plus another random card. Example: you're holding two sixes, two fives,
and a king. The two fives and two sixes are your "two of a kind." If another
opponent is holding two pairs, then your fifth card determines who wins the
hand–the higher of the two random cards decides which hand wins.
One Pair – One pair consists of two of your cards in your hand being
the same, plus three other random cards. In the game of poker, this is a fairly
common hand to be dealt, though not an easy hand to win the pot with.
High Card – In a high card hand, the only thing that can win the pot
for you is if your high card beats the other players high card. If you've stayed
in the game for awhile and are holding five cards, all of different suits and
different numbers, it might be best to fold. However, if you're feeling bold,
you may decide to stay in the game and see if your opponents are bluffing, you'd
be surprised at how many times a high card hand has won the pot.