Wordle Today: Clue and Solutions for September 16, 2025


Hello! If you’re visiting, it’s time for Wordle. We’re sharing our daily tips and hints to assist you in discovering today’s answer.

If you want today’s word, scroll to the bottom for the solution. If not, continue for clues, strategies, and advice.

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What is the origin of Wordle?

Initially developed by engineer Josh Wardle as a present for his partner, Wordle rapidly turned into a global sensation, with thousands participating daily. Enthusiasts created variations, such as Squabble, Heardle, Dordle, and Quordle, that involve guessing multiple words at the same time.

Wordle gained such fame that it was acquired by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even stream their gameplay live.

What’s the ideal starting word for Wordle?

The optimal starting word for Wordle is one that resonates with you. For a strategic method, we have suggestions to assist you in choosing a word that may lead you to the answer more quickly. A good tip is to pick a word that contains at least two different vowels and frequent consonants such as S, T, R, or N.

What became of the Wordle archive?

The full archive of previous Wordle puzzles was first accessible to everyone, but it was later removed at the behest of the New York Times. However, the New York Times launched its own Wordle Archive, which is available exclusively to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle becoming more challenging?

It may seem that Wordle is becoming more difficult, but it isn’t any tougher than when it started. You can activate Wordle’s Hard Mode for an increased challenge.

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

Not right-handed.

Does today’s Wordle answer contain a double letter?

There are no repeating letters.

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

Today’s Wordle commences with the letter L.

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The answer to today’s Wordle is…

Submit 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…

LEFTY

If you didn’t guess it this time, don’t be discouraged. A new Wordle will be ready for you to flex your brain tomorrow, and we will return with more helpful tips.

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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 piece.

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