Wordle fans, rejoice! Every Monday means a new puzzle #1647, which is a daily challenge of five-letter word guessing in which the players have to uncover the hidden word in no more than six attempts. We have everything you need to crack it, along with the hints, clues, and the official answer.
How to Play Wordle
Wordle is a game of word puzzles based on a learning-training program.
- Guess the five-letter word in six attempts.
- After each guess:
- Green: Correct letter, correct position
- Yellow: Correct letter, wrong position
- Gray: Letter not in the word
- Use these clues to narrow down your guesses.
Competitive Wordle: Players can also tap on the app for some competition with their buddies. Points are scored based on attempts:
- 1 guess = 3 points
- 2 guesses = 2 points
- 3 guesses = 1 point
- 4 guesses = 0 points
- 5 guesses = -1 point
- 6 guesses = -2 points
- Missed Wordle = -3 points
Fridays are double points, and you can maintain a running score or play daily.
Hints for Today’s Wordle #1647
- Starting Word Suggestions: SLATE (Wordle Bot), SPINE (Erik Kain)
- Hint: Shell
- Clue: Word contains a double letter
Today’s Wordle Answer
Answer: CONCH
- Wordle Bot Analysis: Using SPINE as a first guess reduced the possibilities, with CAROL narrowing the options further. CONCH has a double letter, fitting the clue perfectly.
- Etymology: Comes from Latin concha (“shell”) and Greek konkhē, originally meaning shellfish or spiral shell. Entered English via Old French, later referring to large spiral shells used as horns.
Bonus Wordle (Custom 6-Letter Challenge)
- Hint: A dangerous mythical beast
- Clue: Starts and ends with consonants
- Yesterday’s Answer: CROCHET