What is another word for stayman?
Pronunciation: [stˈe͡ɪmən] (IPA) 
Stayman is a bridge convention that is named after its inventor, Samuel Stayman. The Stayman convention is a bidding system that allows a partner to ask the opener if they hold a four-card major suit. However, there are other terms used to describe this convention in the game of bridge. One synonym for Stayman is "fourth suit forcing," which refers to the fourth suit that goes unbid by both sides. Another synonym for Stayman is "two clubs response," where the responder bids two clubs to request information about the opener's holding suit. Lastly, "fourth suit game forcing" is a synonym that refers to the exploration phase in the bidding process where both sides work together to determine their final contract.
