The objective of Blackjack, of course, is to beat the dealer.
The dealer deals you two cards face down and him/herself one
card up and one card down. Then, you add up your cards and decide
whether you need any additional cards to try to beat the dealer.
Keeping in mind, that the dealer has the same option. You want
to try to get as close to 21 (twenty-one) as possible without
busting. Should you achieve drawing only the first two cards
and they equal 21, you have a blackjack and the winning hand
and you will be paid 1 1/2 to 2 times your wager. Should the
dealer also achieve drawing a blackjack, then it is considered
a tie and your wager is returned. Depending on the version
of blackjack you are playing or the rules of the casino, the
dealer usually has to hit on 16 or less and stand on 17 or greater.
This gives the player a better advantage at beating the dealer.