Bridge Responses to 1♦ Opening

General Guidelines

1♦ opening: Usually 12-14 HCP with at least 3-4 diamonds.
Priority: Look for a 4-card major first.
Consider No Trump bids with balanced hands.
Raise diamonds with sufficient support.

Response Chart

Your Hand	Response
0-5 HCP, no fit	Pass
6+ HCP, 4+ hearts	1♥
6+ HCP, 4+ spades	1♠
6-9 HCP, 4+ diamonds	2♦
10-12 HCP, 4+ diamonds	3♦
6-10 HCP, balanced, no major	1NT
11-12 HCP, balanced, no major	2NT
13+ HCP, balanced, no major	3NT
13+ HCP, strong suit	2-level bid (game-forcing)