Meaning of the word spades in English

What does spades mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

spades

US /speɪdz/
UK /speɪdz/

Plural Noun

one of the four suits in a deck of playing cards, marked with a black symbol resembling a heart with a stem

Example:
He played the ace of spades.
The winning hand had three spades.