Wordle

/ˈwɜːrdl/
a web-based word puzzle game

I played Wordle this morning and guessed the word in three tries.

The speaker played the online word game and solved it quickly.


informal

a popular online word game where players guess a hidden five-letter word within six attempts

Wordle has become a daily ritual for many people.

The game is widely played every day by many users.

The game was created by Josh Wardle and later acquired by The New York Times.

Collocations

play Wordleto participate in the Wordle gameWordle answerthe correct word for a specific day's puzzle

Related Phrases

Wordle clonephrase
a similar word-guessing game inspired by Wordle

Pro Tip

Strategy Tip

Start with common vowels and consonants to narrow down possibilities.

Gold Rule

Game Rules

Players have six attempts to guess the correct five-letter word.

Word Origin

Derived from 'word' + the suffix '-le', possibly inspired by the creator's last name, Wardle.

Usage Notes

Wordle is often played as a daily challenge, with a new word to guess each day.

Word Breakdown

word
a single unit of language
root
+
-le
a suffix, possibly indicating a game or activity
suffix
English Dictionary