table tennis glossary
What is a Let in Table Tennis?
A let in table tennis is a serve that touches the net cord on the way over but still lands in the correct service box. The serve is replayed. Unlike pickleball, lets are still part of the rules.
Example in a match
Your serve clips the net and lands in the receiver's side. Let — you serve again.
Table Tennis scoring with Volley
Volley scores table tennis with all the standard rules built in. Pick the sport at match setup, name your sides, and tap to score. Volley applies the rules from there — including the ones that involve "Let".
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Frequently asked questions
What is a let in table tennis?
A let in table tennis is a serve that touches the net cord on the way over but still lands in the correct service box. The serve is replayed. Unlike pickleball, lets are still part of the rules.
Does Volley handle let automatically?
Yes. Volley's table tennis scoring engine handles every standard rule including let. You don't have to track it manually — pick the sport at match setup and Volley applies the rules.
Where can I learn more table tennis terms?
The full Table Tennis glossary is at /table-tennis-terms-glossary, with 20 of the most common terms explained.