You’ve made it to the end of the week! Now, you just have to make it to the end of the Wordle. Here are some hints and tips to help you figure out the answer.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle has become an international phenomenon. Other versions like Squabble, Heardle, Dordle, and Quordle have also emerged. Wordle eventually became so popular that it was acquired by the New York Times.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best starting word for Wordle is the one that speaks to you. However, if you prefer a strategic approach, selecting a word with multiple vowels and common consonants like S, T, R, or N might help you find the solution faster.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The archive of past Wordle puzzles used to be available, but it has since been taken down at the request of the New York Times.
Is Wordle getting harder?
Wordle isn’t actually getting harder, but you can try out Hard Mode for more of a challenge. Occasionally, there may be two different acceptable answers due to changes made by the New York Times.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
A wind instrument… sort of.
Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
Not today!
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter C.
What’s the answer to Wordle today?
The solution to Wordle #839 is CHIME. If you didn’t guess it this time, don’t worry! There will be a new Wordle for you to tackle tomorrow.
Reporting by Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.


