2bet

2bet is a somewhat technical term used to describe the first raise that happens after the initial bet or to define the initial raise attacking blinds and limpers.

The term 2bet is rarely used to describe poker hands, as players usually use the broader term raise in these situations. However, it’s good to know what it stands for if you come across it when learning about the game or having your hands analyzed by a pro.

For example, once blinds are posted, the first player to make a raise is making a 2bet. This action is much more often described as simply a raise. After the flop, the term 2bet denotes the first raise to happen in a round. If one player bets and another player raises that bet, the raising player is, in fact, 2-betting.