Wordle Tips & Strategy Guide

Want to solve the daily puzzle in 3 tries or less? Improving your Wordle game isn't just about vocabulary—it's about statistics and strategy. Here is your ultimate guide to winning.

🏆 The Best Starting Words

The first guess is the most important. You want to eliminate or confirm as many common letters as possible.

ADIEU

Packed with 4 vowels. Great for identifying the structure early.

CRANE

Uses the most common consonants (C, R, N) and vowels.

SLATE

Often cited by bots as the mathematically optimal starting word.

RAISE

Excellent balance of common letters and positioning.

Key Strategies for Success

🧠 Master Vowels & Consonants

Every English word has a vowel (A, E, I, O, U) or Y. If your first guess (like "CRANE") turns up gray vowels, immediately try a word with the remaining vowels (like "AUDIO") to lock them down.

🚫 Don't Repeat Gray Letters

It sounds obvious, but in "Easy Mode", people often forget. If 'S' is gray, never use it again. It's a wasted slot that could be used to test a new letter.

📊 Consider Letter Frequency

The most common letters in English are E, T, A, O, I, N, S, H, R. The least common are Q, Z, J, X. Prioritize guessing common letters before rare ones.

⚠️ Watch Out for Traps

Be careful with words ending in "_IGHT", "_OUND", or "_ATCH". You might run out of guesses trying "LIGHT", "NIGHT", "MIGHT". Try a "burner word" like "FLAME" to eliminate F, L, M at once.

Common Questions

Can Wordle words have double letters?

Yes! This is a common stumbling block. Words like "SHEEP", "RABBI", or "NOON" are valid. If you get a green letter, don't assume it only appears once.

What does Hard Mode do?

In Hard Mode, any revealed hints (Green or Yellow) must be used in your subsequent guesses. This prevents you from playing a completely random word just to eliminate other letters.

Is there a time limit?

No, Wordle Unlimited is untimed. Take your time, grab a piece of paper, and analyze the possibilities before hitting Enter.

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Apply these strategies in Wordle Unlimited now!