Bridge

X (negative double)

bid
X
X (negative double)
promises
  • • 6+ HCP
  • • 4+ spades
  • • fewer hearts
conditions
6+ HCP, S:4+, H:≤3
why

A negative double after a suit overcall typically shows the other major. Over 1♣–1♥, double shows 4+ spades — it substitutes for bidding 1♠ when you only have four (direct 1♠ promises 5).

No continuations mapped below this bid.