Chess Terms - F

4 terms starting with this letter

Flank

General

Areas outside the center. Refers to the kingside or queenside. The English word "flank" originally means "side" or "wing"

Forced Sequence

Tactics

A continuous sequence where one side is forced to play specific moves in a position. A series of moves where there is only one response due to checks or direct threats from the opponent

Forcing move

Tactics

A move that forces the opponent to make a specific response. The three main types are Checks, Captures, and Threats. Often remembered as CCT

Full point

General

Winning a game and earning 1 point