Meld
Card combinations declared for points before trick play.
Trick
One round of cards played, with a winner determined by the relevant suit and rank rules.
Trump
The suit selected for the hand that can outrank cards from other suits.
Partnership
The two players working together as one team.
Declarer
The player who wins the bidding. Check the chosen rules for the actions this player takes next.
Use these as short reading aids, not as a replacement for the rules linked below.