No, traditional solitaire, the card game played with a single deck, is not considered gambling.
Here's why:
- No Wager: Solitaire involves no financial risk or reward. You play for personal enjoyment and skill development.
- No Opponent: Solitaire is a game against yourself, not another person. You don't compete for money or prizes.
- No External Factor: The outcome of a solitaire game depends solely on your skill and the random arrangement of cards, not on external factors like chance or luck.
However, there are variations of solitaire that involve money, such as online platforms that allow you to bet on your game outcomes. These versions are considered gambling as they involve financial risk and reward.
In summary, traditional solitaire is a game of skill and strategy, not gambling.
