kaardipakk

Kaardipakk is the Estonian word for a pack or deck of playing cards. In its most common usage, a standard kaardipakk contains 52 cards, divided into four suits—hearts, diamonds, clubs, and spades. Each suit includes cards numbered two through ten and the three face cards jack, queen, and king, with an ace that can function as high or low depending on the game. Jokers are sometimes included as extra cards but are not used in all games.

Card packs vary by game and region. Some games use a reduced deck, such as 32 cards, while others may use larger or specialty decks, such as tarot or custom designs. The deck is typically two-color, with pips or symbols printed on the cards, and manufactured in cardboard, plastic, or other materials.

In everyday use, kaardipakk refers to the physical deck used for playing a wide range of card games, including traditional and modern games, gambling games, and party games. It is also used in magic and card tricks, where a shuffled and controlled deck is a key element. The term, derived from the Estonian words kaart (card) and pakk (pack), reflects the basic concept of a bundled collection of playing cards.