Think you’re a Wordle pro? Today’s puzzle might just throw you off your game. If you’re chasing that streak or trying to avoid a frustrating start to the week, we’ve got just the right amount of help lined up for you.
But first, if you’re new to Wordle or just joined the craze, here’s a quick refresher.
What’s Wordle All About?
Wordle is that one game where simplicity meets obsession. You get six attempts to guess a mystery five-letter word and it’s the same for everyone, everywhere. Created by Josh Wardle in 2021 as a gift for his partner, Wordle quickly went viral, especially after he added that now-iconic emoji grid for sharing scores.
In 2022, The New York Times acquired it, and since then, Wordle has become a global daily habit with over 5.3 billion games played in 2024 alone. Whether you’re on the NYT app, browser, Meta Quest, or even Discord, chances are, you’ve played it or at least seen someone brag about it.
How to Play Wordle
Type in any five-letter word to begin. If a letter is correct and in the right spot, it turns green. If it’s in the word but in the wrong place, it turns yellow. And if it doesn’t belong at all, it’s greyed out. Simple, right? But don’t be fooled, it’s rarely easy.
The game resets at midnight based on your local time, and your progress can be tracked if you’ve got an NYT account linked.
Your Wordle Help for Today
Imagine something absolutely crucial to life: a force that can shake the earth and rattle your senses. It’s sudden, powerful, and makes up more than just headlines. Any guesses?
Wordle Clue for Puzzle #1502 Need a Hand?
Double Letter Insight
Yes, the word today has a pair of double S’s sitting side by side.
Vowel Check
There’s only one vowel in the mix, and it’s the letter A.
First Letter Hint
The word kicks off with an A.
Meaning Teaser
Think of something used for testing or evaluating quality—especially in metals. It’s all about analysis or assessment.
Spoiler Alert
Still puzzling it out? Stop here if you want to solve it yourself. The answer’s just below.Today’s Wordle Solution
ASSAY
