171 articles about glossary
Learn about Ankou in mahjong - triplets made without calling. Understand the difference from minkou, fu calculation, and yaku like sanankou and suuankou.
Learn about Ariari rules in mahjong - where kuitan (open tanyao) and atozuke (late yaku) are both allowed. Understand why this is the modern standard.
Learn about Aryamen in mahjong - the compound shape where a pair (head) connects with a ryanmen (two-sided wait). Understand its wide acceptance and flexibility.
Comprehensive explanation of baiman, the 8-10 han scoring tier in mahjong. Learn the required han, point values, how to build baiman hands, and occurrence frequency for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of betaori (complete fold), a defensive mahjong tactic. Learn the meaning, methods, when to fold completely, and judgment criteria for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of chankan (robbing the kan) in mahjong, the special yaku for winning when an opponent declares added kan. Learn the conditions, strategic considerations, and the kokushi exception for beginners.
Learn about Chiihou in mahjong - the yakuman where a non-dealer wins on their very first draw. Understand the conditions and its rarity.
Comprehensive explanation of chiitoitsu (seven pairs) in mahjong, the special 2-han yaku. Learn the conditions, building tips, unique scoring rules, and strategic approaches for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of chinitsu (full flush) in mahjong, the 6-han yaku made with only one suit. Learn the conditions, menzen vs called differences, comparison with honitsu, and strategic tips for beginners.
Comprehensive explanation of chinroutou (all terminals) in mahjong, the yakuman made entirely of 1 and 9 suited tiles. Learn the conditions, differences from honroutou, and strategic tips for beginners.
Learn about Chuuren Poutou in mahjong - the beautiful yakuman requiring 1112345678999 in one suit. Understand the 9-sided wait variant and strategy.
Learn about Pure Chuuren Poutou in mahjong - the 9-sided wait version of Nine Gates. Understand why it's considered double yakuman and its legendary rarity.