Barbara Hutton

In poker, "Barbara Hutton" is a term used to refer to the hand of ten and five (T5). The origin of this term comes from the Woolworths heiress, Barbara Hutton, who was often referred to as the "poor little rich girl".

What Does "Barbara Hutton" Mean in Poker?

In the context of poker, specifically Texas Hold'em, "Barbara Hutton" is a nickname for the starting hand of Ten and Five (T5). Barbara Hutton was a wealthy American socialite and heiress to the Woolworth store fortune. The term "poor little rich girl" was often used to describe her due to her troubled life, and the hand T5, a relatively weak hand in poker, is humorously referred to as "Barbara Hutton" or the "poor little rich hand."

It's usually considered a weak hand and not recommended for play unless the player is in a late position or the game is short-handed. If you do play it, it's worth seriously considering folding the hand on the flop if you don't hit at the very least a pair. Playing the Barbara Hutton hand when it's suited is better than non-suited, as it adds a couple percent more equity as you're slightly more likely to make a flush.

Example of "Barbara Hutton"

For instance, a player might be dealt a "Barbara Hutton" hand and decide to fold pre-flop due to its weakness.

In another scenario, a player might be dealt "Barbara Hutton" and decide to call or raise if they're in a late position and the game is short-handed, hoping to bluff their opponents.

• "I was dealt Barbara Hutton in the early position and decided to fold."
• "He got Barbara Hutton on the button and decided to call, trying to bluff his way through."
• "She managed to win the pot with her Barbara Hutton hand by bluffing her opponents."

Should I always fold a Barbara Hutton hand?

While a Ten-Five hand is generally weak and often worth folding, there can be situations where it might be reasonable to play it, such as in a late position or if the game is short-handed and you believe you can outplay your opponents post-flop.

What are the odds of being dealt a Barbara Hutton?

In Texas Hold'em, the odds of being dealt any specific non-paired hand, including Barbara Hutton, are 1 in 221, or approximately 0.45%.

Are there other names for a Ten-Five hand in poker?

Yes, a Ten-Five hand can also be referred to as "Woolworth" in reference to the five-and-dime stores or "Five and Dime" for the same reason.

What is the best case scenario for a Barbara Hutton hand?

The best case scenario would be getting a straight or a flush. However, the chances of this happening are relatively low.

How should I play a Barbara Hutton hand if I decide to play it?

If you decide to play a Barbara Hutton hand, it is usually best to play it cautiously. Unless you hit a very strong hand on the flop, it might be best to fold to any significant betting action.