What are the rules and how do you play pool

There is a diffenrence between billiards and snooker. The ''pool'' you are referring to is most likely a game called ''8-Ball''

l have provided a link to the rules of most popular games played on a pool table. Good luck and have fun.

http://wpa-pool.com/index.asp?content=rules_tournament

Type it in Wikipedia or go to BCA.com

Read the rules the other person provided in their answer. If you enjoy pool, even if you are just starting out, you should join the APA/CPA and get out there and have some fun with other people who love to play.

well in the pool l always play (billiards) there r four kinds of balls: solids, stripes, the 8 ball, & the cue ball. NEVER hit the 8 ball in unless u have all of ur type of ball (solids or stripes) in the pockets. there is one in each corner & two on the sides in the middle. if u shoot the 8 ball in without getting all ur balls in then u lose.

if u can not get a ball in then at least try to do that to ur opponent. u want to use a stick thats easy for u to use. if u miss the ball then its the other persons turn. but if u get it in then u get another shot. but dont get wild. if u do u will probably make bonehead mistakes. if u start off the game then shoot at the little gaps between balls like between the #1 ball & the ball behind that on either side. u can not move any of the balls PERIOD!!! if u try to cheat with anyone u will probably (60% chance) die or be seriously wounded. just trust me.

you may lean over the table to shoot but if u move a ball u must put it back.

in 8 ball there is only four balls but that is a speed game same rules except u r by yourself. it is a tournament but the thing thats different is ur time counts, not the amount of balls u get in the pockets.
hope all this info helps. if u have any complaints then u can send it to scorpionkid08.com.
Sincerely,
David

there may friends that have yours..
i just want to add that the most popular pool games in TV such as ESPN, is 9 ball game. It was develop from 8 ball game that has bee explained by others. Try to watch 9 ball game so you will get to know and feel different excitement of pool.

There are many variations of pool, billiards, snooker and table games. There are league rules, bar rules, and sometimes even regional rules. The best way is to learn from someone who plays the same kind of pool that you are trying to learn. Once you learn the fundamentals of the game, then concentrate on the exact rules. Have Fun!!!