持もち札ふだ

noun

cards in one's hand; one's hand

Refers to the cards a player holds in a card game. Can also be used figuratively for the resources or options one has available.

• 彼かれは持もち札ふだをじっと見みつめた。

  He stared intently at the cards in his hand.

• 交こう渉しょうでは、こちらの持もち札ふだをうまく使つかうことが大たい切せつだ。

  In negotiations, it's important to use the cards you hold skillfully.