Wordle Today: Hints and Answer for August 18, 2025


If you’ve arrived here, it must be time for Wordle. As usual, we’re providing our daily hints and suggestions to assist you in uncovering today’s answer.

If you simply want today’s word, skip to the end of this article for the Wordle solution unveiled. But if you’d prefer to tackle it on your own, continue reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to aid you.

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What is the origin of Wordle?

Initially developed by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle quickly became a global sensation, with countless individuals around the world participating daily. Alternative versions of Wordle created by enthusiasts also emerged, such as the battle royale Squabble, the music identification game Heardle, and adaptations like Dordle and Quordle that require you to guess multiple words simultaneously.

Wordle gained such popularity that it was acquired by the New York Times, and TikTok users even stream themselves playing.

What is the optimal starting word for Wordle?

The ideal starting word for Wordle is one that resonates with you. However, if you like to be tactical in your choice, we have some suggestions to help you select a word that may expedite your path to the solution. One strategy is to choose a word containing at least two different vowels, along with some frequently used consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What occurred with the Wordle archive?

The complete archive of previous Wordle puzzles was initially accessible for anyone to enjoy at their leisure, but it was later removed, with the website’s creator indicating this was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then introduced its own Wordle Archive, which is exclusively available to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle becoming more difficult?

It may seem that Wordle is becoming trickier, but it is not any more challenging than when it first launched. You can activate Wordle’s Hard Mode if you’re seeking an increased challenge, however.

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Here’s a subtle clue for today’s Wordle answer:

A dilemma.

Does today’s Wordle answer include a double letter?

The letter S occurs twice.

Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that begins with…

Today’s Wordle begins with the letter I.

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The Wordle answer today is…

Make your final guesses now, as this is your last opportunity to solve today’s Wordle before we disclose the solution.

Drumroll please!

The answer to today’s Wordle is…

ISSUE.

Don’t be discouraged if you weren’t able to guess it this time. A new Wordle will be available tomorrow for you to challenge your mind with, and we’ll return to offer more helpful hints.

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Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

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