UNO facts for kids

Uno is a word that can mean a few different things! It is often used to talk about the number one. This is because "uno" means "one" in both the Spanish and Italian languages.

However, when you see UNO written in all capital letters, it usually refers to a very popular card game. It can also be an acronym for a big international organization.

What Does Uno Mean?

The word "uno" is most commonly known for two main things:

The Number One

In countries where people speak Spanish or Italian, "uno" is simply the word for the number one. For example, if you are counting in Spanish, you would start with "uno, dos, tres..."

The Card Game: Uno

Uno is a very famous card game. It was created by a company called Mattel. The game uses a special deck of cards that are different from regular playing cards. The name of the game comes from the Spanish word for "one." This is because in the game, when a player has only one card left, they must shout "Uno!" to let everyone know.

The goal of the game is to be the first player to get rid of all their cards. Players take turns matching a card from their hand to the card on top of the discard pile. You can match by color, number, or symbol. There are also special "action cards" that can make the game more exciting, like skipping a player's turn or making someone draw more cards.

UNO: United Nations Organization

UNO can also be a short way to say United Nations. The United Nations is a very important international organization. It was created to help countries work together to solve global problems and keep peace around the world. It deals with many issues like human rights, economic development, and social progress.

See also

In Spanish: Uno (desambiguación) para niños