How to Play Wordle

Wordle is a free online word game where you guess a hidden word in six attempts.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Enter a word. Use your keyboard or the on-screen keyboard.
  2. Press Enter. Your guess will be submitted.
  3. Check the colors.
    • Green: Correct letter in the correct position.
    • Yellow: Correct letter but in the wrong position.
    • Gray: Letter is not in the word.
  4. Guess again. Use the clues to narrow down the answer.
  5. Solve within six attempts. If you guess correctly, you win!

Examples

W
E
A
R
Y

W is in the word and in the correct spot.

P
I
L
L
S

I is in the word but in the wrong spot.

V
A
G
U
E

U is not in the word in any spot.

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