If you are a beginner in the world of chess and you don't know the terms used in this game, this article is for you! Here you can find a list of the most common chess terms and what they mean. We will provide definitions and examples so you can understand better how they are used.

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• Check – When the king is in danger of being captured.
• Mate – When the king can not escape from being captured.
• Stalemate – When the king is not in check, but there are no legal moves.