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Responding to 1NT with 0-9 points
Negative responses are an attempt to find the safest contract as it is painful going light
in 1NT.
Negative Responses to Partner's 1NT opening bid
| No Trump Opening Bid | Responders Negative Reply | Meaning of Responder Bid |
|---|---|---|
| 1NT | Pass | Game is out of reach and you have no five card suit to bid |
| 1NT | 2D, 2H or 2S (Only if partnership is not playing Transfers) | are all sign off bids - promising five cards
in the bid suit with only minimum points. Opener must pass. |
Negative Responses to Partner's 2NT opening bid
| No Trump Opening Bid | Responders Negative Reply | Meaning of Responder Bid |
|---|---|---|
| 2NT | Pass | Game is out of reach and you have no five card suit to bid |
| 2NT | 3D, 3H or 3S (Only if partnership is not playing Transfers) | are all sign off bids - promising five cards
in the bid suit with only minimum points. Opener must pass. |
Negative Responses to Partner's 3NT opening bid
| No Trump Opening Bid | Responders Negative Reply | Meaning of Responder Bid |
|---|---|---|
| 3NT | Pass | no five card suit to bid and less than 8 HCP for a slam |
| 3NT | 5D, 4H or 4S | are all sign off bids - promising five cards
in the bid suit with only minimum points. Opener must pass. |
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Partner Opens 1NT What is Your Bid with This Hand?
- ♠ A 8 4 2
- ♥ 7 5 4 3 2
- ♦ 7 5
- ♣ Q 9
2H - Because you have a 5 card Heart suit and less than 9 points - with a 4 card heart suit you should Pass
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Your call — rescue or leave 1NT?
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Extra for Experts
A different game on the same subject as this lesson, with questions for community discussion in the comments area below.
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