As a seasoned expert in the field of card games, I've spent countless hours studying and playing various forms of blackjack and other casino games. Now, addressing your question, there is indeed a subtle difference between the terms "blackjack" and "21", though they are often used interchangeably.

The game commonly referred to as "21" is a card game where the objective is to have a hand value that is closer to 21 than that of the dealer's without exceeding it. This game has been around for centuries and has evolved into various regional and casino-specific versions. The term "21" is derived from the highest possible hand value that a player can achieve without going over, which is a combination of an ace and a ten-point card.

However, when we talk about "blackjack," we are specifically referring to a certain scenario within the game of 21. A "blackjack" is a term used when a player is dealt an ace and a ten-point card (which could be a ten, jack, queen, or king) as their first two cards without any additional cards. This is the optimal starting hand and is an automatic win against the dealer unless the dealer also has a blackjack. The term "blackjack" has its origins in an early version of the game where a blackjack hand was particularly valuable and paid out at a higher rate than other winning hands.

The rules for achieving a blackjack can vary slightly between casinos and different versions of the game. For example, some casinos offer a "soft 17" rule, where an ace with a six is considered a blackjack, while others do not. Additionally, the payout for a blackjack can differ; traditionally, it pays 3:2, meaning if you bet $10, you would receive $15 plus your original bet back.

In essence, "blackjack" is a specific instance within the game of "21". The game of "21" encompasses all the various ways to achieve a hand value close to 21, while "blackjack" is a special case of getting a total of 21 with the first two cards. The strategies and skills required to play the game effectively are the same regardless of whether you call it "blackjack" or "21".

Now, let's move on to the translation.

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The objective of the game is to beat the dealer in one of the following ways: Get 21 points on the player's first two cards (called a "blackjack" or "natural"), without a dealer blackjack; Reach a final score higher than the dealer without exceeding 21; or.read more >>