NYT Wordle: Hints & Answers
Wordle has become a global sensation, thanks to its simple yet addictive word-guessing gameplay. Each day, players attempt to guess a secret five-letter word in six tries or less, with feedback after each guess guiding their next attempt.
Basic Gameplay Review
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Guess a 5-letter word.
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After each guess, the game colors the tiles:
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Green means the letter is correct and in the right position.
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Yellow means the letter is in the word but in the wrong position.
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Gray means the letter is not in the word.
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Hints for Playing Wordle Effectively
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Start with Strong Starter Words: Use words with common vowels and consonants to maximize letter coverage. Examples include “adieu,” “stare,” or “crate.”
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Use Vowels Early: Identifying vowels quickly narrows down possible words.
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Watch Letter Position: When letters are yellow, try moving them to different positions rather than dropping them.
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Avoid Repeating Letters Early: Early guesses should maximize distinct letters to gather more information.
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Keep a Mental (or Physical) List: Track which letters have been ruled out to avoid wasting guesses.
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Use Process of Elimination: If a letter is gray, don’t use it again; if it’s green, keep it in the same position.
Common Wordle Answer Types
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Words often use common letters like R, S, T, L, N, E.
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Avoid obscure words early on; Wordle tends to use everyday vocabulary.
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Plurals (words ending in “S”) sometimes appear, but it’s not guaranteed.
Advanced Hints
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If stuck, think about common letter pairings or digraphs like “th,” “ch,” or “sh.”
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Be mindful of double letters; Wordle sometimes includes words with repeated letters like “apple” or “level.”
SEE HINTS AND ANSWER - NYT Wordle Hints & Answers
SEE HINTS AND ANSWER - NYT Wordle Hints & Answers
Sample Strategy Walkthrough
Imagine your first guess is “stare.” The game colors the “A” green and “R” yellow. That means:
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“A” is in the third position.
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“R” is in the word but not in the fourth position.
Your next guess should keep “A” in position three and place “R” elsewhere. This logical deduction narrows down possibilities quickly.
Answer Reveal
The daily Wordle answer can vary widely, but common answers often reflect everyday English words — think “plant,” “grape,” or “crane.” Regular practice increases your vocabulary awareness and pattern recognition, improving your chances.
Final Tip
Patience is key. Wordle rewards logical thinking and pattern recognition, so take your time each guess. Over time, you'll develop a mental library of likely word choices.
