Action glossary
Backshow vs sideshow vs compromise in Teen Patti
These labels often point to the same private comparison family, but table eligibility and refusal rules still need to be stated.
Direct answer: Sideshow is the common label for a seen player requesting a private hand comparison with the previous eligible seen player. Backshow describes the same backward-looking request at many tables, while compromise is another regional or app label. The words overlap; the active table rule decides who may request and what refusal means.
Term map
| Term | Usually means | Check before play |
|---|---|---|
| Sideshow / side show | Private comparison with an eligible previous player | Must both players be seen? |
| Backshow | Sideshow requested “back” to the previous player | Which previous player is eligible? |
| Compromise | Alternate label for the same comparison family | Does the app use different acceptance rules? |
Accepted and refused requests
Under a common traditional rule, accepted hands are compared privately and the lower hand packs; an exact tie can make the requester pack. If refused, the requester continues by paying the required chaal or packs. Local implementations vary, so read the visible help text.
Blind-player warning
A sideshow is generally a seen-player action, not a blind request. Do not confuse it with a final show between the last players. Practise the state labels before adding virtual chips.
Sources
Terminology and common outcomes were checked against Pagat and the Teen Patti moves overview. Variations must be disclosed by the table.
