The spade (♠️) is one of the four main suits of the suit of cards; it is black and shaped like a bayonet or pointed leaf that points upwards. Its name comes from the French word Pique, meaning spear, and in games such as bridge it is usually the highest suit. The ace of spades is the most famous card of this suit. It is often considered the strongest card in games and is sometimes considered a symbol of strength or challenge in popular culture. Its simple, sharp shape made it very popular both in the game and in card design.