Understanding Candlestick Chart Patterns: The Language of the Market

[Mdraghib]

I’ve seen a lot of traders (especially beginners) ask, “What are candlestick charts?” — and honestly, it’s one of the best questions you can start with if you’re serious about trading.

Candlestick charts are basically a visual story of price movement showing who’s in control: buyers or sellers. Each candle shows four key points  open, close, high, and low — giving you instant insight into market sentiment.

Once you get comfortable reading them, you can spot powerful candlestick patterns like:
📈 Bullish Engulfing – hints that buyers are taking control.
📉 Bearish Engulfing – shows sellers might push the price lower.
⚡ Doji – signals market indecision (a possible reversal zone).
💪 Hammer & Shooting Star – often seen at the end of strong trends.

The cool thing? These patterns aren’t just for forex — they work in stocks, crypto, and commodities too.

If you’re trying to improve your entries and exits, learning candlestick patterns is a game-changer.

What’s your go-to candlestick pattern, and how do you use it in your trading strategy?