Leekha Online
Play Leekha free on JAWNA with friends in a browser, no download. Share a private table link, enjoy voice chat, or use the iPhone and Android app.
Why play Leekha on JAWNA?
- Mic and voice chat right at the Leekha table: talk to the other players while you play.
- Quick match finds you a table with new people fast, or make a private table and send your friends the link.
- No download: it runs in the browser on phone and computer, and there is a JAWNA phone app too.
- Arabic first, with English. Made for the Gulf and the Arab world.
- Free. Extras (table and card looks) are optional, with coins.
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- Fair play: reports, bans and moderators.
Leekha: goal and players
Play Leekha online on JAWNA at jawna.app. Check the goal and supported player counts before inviting your group. Read the rules even if you know the game: familiar names can have different variants, and your usual house rules may differ from the selected version.
Supported table sizes: 4 players. Choose a player count in the game settings. In partner variants, check seats and teams first. In individual formats, each player competes for their own result. The in-game How to play screen provides details. Agree on the variant before your first round together.
How to play: rules
- Four players; partners sit opposite. 13 cards each, play goes counterclockwise.
- Each round starts with everyone passing 3 cards: to the right in odd rounds, to the left in even ones.
- The player after the dealer leads. Follow the led suit when you can; the highest card of that suit takes the trick. There is no trump.
- If you can’t follow suit and hold the Queen of spades or the 10 of diamonds, you must play one of them.
- Points you take: Queen of spades 13, 10 of diamonds 10, every heart 1. Points are bad.
- When a round ends with someone on 101 or more, the team with the lower total wins.
Scoring and winning
Points you take: Queen of spades 13, 10 of diamonds 10, every heart 1. Points are bad.
When a round ends with someone on 101 or more, the team with the lower total wins.
Tips and strategy
Think about the three passed cards before committing to a hand plan, because the passing direction alternates between rounds. Track the Queen of Spades and Ten of Diamonds; a high card can win an unwanted penalty. When void in the led suit, remember the obligation to discard one of those penalty cards if held. The team total matters, so taking a small penalty can be preferable to leaving a heavier trick for your partner.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I play Leekha online with a mic?
On JAWNA (jawna.app). Every Leekha table has a mic and voice chat, so you talk to the players while you play.
Where can I play Leekha with new people?
On JAWNA pick Leekha and tap Quick match to get players fast, or make a private table for your friends.
Do I need to download an app to play Leekha?
No. Open jawna.app in the browser on your phone or computer and play right away. There is also a JAWNA phone app if you like.
Guide: where to play Leekha online with a mic
Is there a free app for Leekha?
You can start on JAWNA and play in a browser for free. Optional in-app extras are available; review any purchase option before choosing it. The download page lists current mobile installation options.
How many people can play Leekha on JAWNA?
The available player counts are 4 players. Pick the format that fits your group before starting; a game with multiple supported sizes does not necessarily support every number between them.
How do you win at Leekha?
When a round ends with someone on 101 or more, the team with the lower total wins.
How do I invite friends to Leekha?
Create a private table from the game and share its link with friends. Check that everyone has chosen the same game and the seats suit your group before starting, particularly when a partner is involved.
Do I have to use my microphone?
Table voice chat is available when you allow microphone access. Check your microphone and mute state before talking, and respect the other players’ privacy and the community rules.
Are the Leekha rules the same as our house rules?
Some details or variants may differ. Read the summary and the in-game How to play screen together, then agree on the variant. The rules of the selected mode determine the round.
Can a beginner learn Leekha on JAWNA?
Start with the instructions and play with friends who know the game. Understand the goal and scoring before concentrating on advanced moves or speed.
Where can I find other games for my group?
Open JAWNA’s games directory and choose by player count and game idea. There are card games, board games and puzzles, so you can switch according to your time, group size and preferred challenge.
Can I read Leekha rules and scoring before signing in?
Yes. This public guide covers the implemented rules and the result, and its rules, scoring and strategy sections are accessible without an account.
Start a session with friends
Use Play now, sign in, then choose a private table and share its link, or select Quick match where available.
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How to play – step by step
- Pass three cards – Every round starts with each player passing 3 cards: to the right in odd rounds, to the left in even ones.
- Follow suit, no trump – Follow the led suit when you can. The highest card of that suit takes the trick. There is no trump.
- Points are bad – The Queen of spades is 13, the 10 of diamonds 10, and every heart 1. If you can’t follow suit and hold the Q♠ or 10♦, you must play it.
- Lowest wins – When a round ends with someone on 101 or more, the team with the lower total wins.
History & origins
Leekha is a Lebanese partnership trick-taking game, part of the region’s social card tradition.
Its distinguishing feature is avoidance: certain captured cards bring penalties, so the strongest-looking hand is not always desirable.
Passing cards and reading a partner connect tactics across the table. Published modern rules preserve this tradition without establishing a single historical inventor.