More Good Backgammon Manners

Let me reiterate once again how important good manners are in the game of backgammon. Though it is not forbidden to show emotion, it is always pleasant to play with people who do not get too rowdy. In the previous post, we took a look at how you begin and end a game. Let us look at some other things that you would want to put into practice when playing backgammon.

On the cube
When you double, don’t do it rashly. Instead, place the cube gently in the middle of the board and say double. If you want to take, place the cube on your side and say take. When dropping or passing, make sure that you put the cube in its rightful place and utter the right term (drop or pass).

Shaking the dice
There is no rigid rule as to how many times you should shake the dice before you roll but for some reason, shaking them at least 3 times is deemed good manners by a lot of people. You might want to follow this advice if you want to be seen as good mannered. More so, if your opponent is still thinking about his move, do not be so impatient as to shake the dice. This will not only show that you cannot wait for your turn but it also is a sign of disrespect for the other player. Think about it, how would you feel if your opponent does that to you? (In addition to this, do try to be quiet while your opponent is still thinking.)