Mahjong Tiles

Individual tile families, symbols, counts, uses, and recognition tips.

Use the sections and guides below to explore this subject in a clear, practical order.

American Mahjong Tiles Explained

A complete reference for recognizing and naming American mahjong tiles.

Identify the three numbered suits and avoid common recognition mistakes.

Recognize the four wind tiles and understand NEWS patterns.

Recognize red, green, and white dragons and use them correctly.

Understand flower identification, interchangeability, passing, and calling.

A tile-focused reference to joker identification, use, and exchange.