What are chess moves called?
What are chess moves called?
Chess Terminology
Term
Definition
Board
A slab prepared with a chequered pattern for playing chess
Castling
A simultaneous move (the only one in chess) whereby a previously unmoved King moves 2 squares toward an unmoved Rook and the Rook is moved to the other side of the King.
Check
A move which attacks the opposing King.
Chess Terminology
Term | Definition |
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Board | A slab prepared with a chequered pattern for playing chess |
Castling | A simultaneous move (the only one in chess) whereby a previously unmoved King moves 2 squares toward an unmoved Rook and the Rook is moved to the other side of the King. |
Check | A move which attacks the opposing King. |