Bridge

1NT

bid
1NT
1NT
promises
  • • 6-10 HCP
  • • no 4-card major
  • • no diamond fit, balanced-ish
conditions
6–10 HCP, H:≤3, S:≤3, D:≤3, short:2–13
why

1NT is the 'nothing better to say' response: shows values without a suit to contribute.

partner

Uncontested — what happens next if the opponent passes.