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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

  1. Start Smart: Choose words with common letters like S, E, A, R, T, and L.
  2. Focus on Patterns: If you identify a repeated letter or vowel, prioritize guesses that fit the pattern.
  3. 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.

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