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The counterintuitive approach that reveals all four words almost simultaneously using sound patterns
What specific phonetic pattern predicts Quordle answers with ninety percent accuracy every single time?
How sound-alike words eliminate guesswork from challenging puzzles that stump most casual players
Quordle combines strategy and vocabulary in a four-word challenge with only nine attempts to solve. The feedback system works by displaying color hints on the used tiles: green indicates the letter is in the correct spot; yellow means the letter is in the word but not in console; gray means that the letter is not in any target word.
David Mah's curiosity about expanding word puzzles led to Quordle's creation, with Freddie Meyer developing the playable prototype. Merriam-Webster later acquired the game, adding linguistic authority to this challenging daily puzzle.
These simple tips can help you predict words using a diverse range of strategies.
Letter Hints are the prime hints. They provide precise information on where to start and where to end. Our strategic hints will provide the best start to any day's word game.
Word 1 starts with “C”, middles at “O”, and ends at “E”
Word 2 starts with “G”, middles at “O”, and ends at “E”
Word 3 starts with “S”, middles at “I”, and ends at “T”
Word 4 starts with “E”, middles at “C”, and ends at “L”
Predicting words with vowels is the best hint in Quordle. They frequently appear in English words in a common pattern, such as CVC, consonant-vowel-consonant. For example, try "MAPLE" and "SHAKE" from the previous day's Quordle game. Select "Past Games" from the "Daily Classic" drop-down menu, then select the 20 May 2025 game.
Word 1 has two vowels and three consonants ( Pattern: CCVCV )
Word 2 has two vowels and three consonants ( Pattern: CCVCV )
Word 3 has one vowel and three consonants ( Pattern: CCVCC )
Word 4 has two vowels and three consonants ( Pattern: CVCVC )
Funny Hints add a little chuckle to your daily puzzling routine. These witty hints use playful descriptions to gently steer your brain in the right direction and make your Quordle gaming an altogether fun and challenging experience. Sometimes the best way to solve a puzzle is to laugh at the solution!
Today’s funny hints
Word 1: Distance's awkward personal space
Word 2: Hand's protective fabric buddy
Word 3: Time's limited work contract
Word 4: Spreadsheet's overachiever program
Phonetic hints serve as a secret weapon in Quordle, triggering that "aha!" moment when players are stuck. By focusing on similar sounds rather than meanings, they guide toward solutions by enhancing the game experience.
WORD 1: CLOTHES (but remove the TH)
WORD 2: LOVE (but add G at the start)
WORD 3: PRINT (but with ST instead of PR)
WORD 4: EXPEL (but with C instead of P)
Solutions are up front. But before that, try to guess a similar-sounding word taken from the hint of the game played on 19 May 2025 - HITCH (but with D instead of H)!
For those who just want the answers
CLOSE
GLOVE
STINT
EXCEL
From appreciating the VISTA of possible solutions to planning the perfect CAPER through letter patterns, this game never stops challenging players. With practice, even experienced players find new techniques to improve their game every day.
Also Read: Today's Quordle Hints and Answers for May 21, 2025
