NYT Wordle Hint Today: Answer and Hints for Game #1309 (Saturday, January 18)
NYT Wordle Hint Today—Game #1309:
Are you ready for today’s Wordle challenge? Let’s dive into hints, strategies, and the answer for game #1309 to help you keep your winning streak alive.
Spoiler Alert: If you’re here just for hints, don’t scroll too far! The answer is revealed at the end of this post.
Wordle Hints for Game #1309
Here are some helpful clues to guide you:
Hint 1: Vowels
- Today’s Wordle contains one vowel.
- * Keep in mind that we refer to the five normal vowels—A, E, I, O, and U—rather than Y, which is occasionally also considered a vowel.
Hint 2: First Letter
- The word begins with the letter S.
- Did you know? S is the most common starting letter in Wordle, appearing in 365 solutions out of 2,309.
Hint 3: Repeated Letters
- There are repeated letters in today’s Wordle.
- Repeated letters show up in about 32% of Wordle answers, so it’s always worth considering.
Hint 4: Ending Letter
- The word ends with the letter Y.
- Y is the second most frequent ending letter in Wordle, right after E.
Hint 5: Final Clue
- Today’s word can be described as… well, a bit ridiculous!
Wordle Answer for Game #1309
If you’ve tried your best and need the solution, here it is:
S I L L Y
This word might have stumped a few players due to its repeated L and the many possible alternatives like HILLY, FILLY, and WILLY. However, players starting with strategic openers like SLATE or STARE likely had an edge.
How I Solved It
I started with CHILI, which revealed an L and an I in the wrong spots. My second guess, DERBY, confirmed the placement of the Y. With a shortlist of possibilities, I landed on SILLY
Yesterday’s Wordle Recap (Game #1308)
For those in different time zones still playing yesterday’s puzzle, here’s a quick recap:
Hints:
- Two vowels.
- Starts with P.
- Ends with E.
- No repeated letters.
Answer: PROSE
Tips for Wordle Success
- Start Smart: Choose words with common letters like S, E, A, R, T, and L.
- Focus on Patterns: If you identify a repeated letter or vowel, prioritize guesses that fit the pattern.
- Practice Makes Perfect: Wordle is as much about strategy as it is about luck. Keep experimenting!
More Word-Based Fun
Looking for more challenges? Check out these popular New York Times games:
- Quordle: Solve four Wordles at once!
- Connections: Group words into meaningful categories.
- Strands: Another engaging word puzzle to test your skills.