Wordle Today: Hints and Answer for August 11, 2025


If you’ve arrived here, it’s time for Wordle. We’re providing daily hints and advice to assist you in discovering today’s answer. If you seek the solution, scroll to the bottom. Otherwise, keep reading for clues, tips, and tactics.

Where did Wordle originate?

Developed by Josh Wardle as a present for his partner, Wordle turned into a global phenomenon, with thousands participating daily. Enthusiasts created alternate versions like Squabble, Heardle, Dordle, and Quordle. The popularity of Wordle led to its acquisition by the New York Times, and TikTok users even stream their games live.

What is the optimal starting word for Wordle?

The ideal starting word is subjective, but for a tactical approach, consider words containing two different vowels and frequent consonants such as S, T, R, or N.

What became of the Wordle archive?

The Wordle archive was previously accessible to everyone but was removed at the request of the New York Times. The New York Times now provides its own Wordle Archive for subscribers.

Is Wordle becoming more difficult?

Wordle isn’t more challenging than it used to be, but you can activate Hard Mode for an additional challenge.

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

The lower section of an area.

Does today’s Wordle answer feature a double letter?

There are no repeating letters.

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

Today’s Wordle begins with the letter S.

The Wordle answer for today is…

Submit your last guesses now, as this is your final opportunity to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the answer.

Drumroll, please!

The answer to today’s Wordle is…

SOUTH.

Don’t be concerned if you didn’t get it right this time. There will be a new Wordle tomorrow, and we’ll return with more useful hints.

Are you also participating in NYT Strands? Look for hints and answers for today’s Strands.

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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