T
Repeated letters
Repeated letters can hide green confirmation because one slot may still stay gray.
Past Wordle Word: START
START difficulty signals, hint trail, and solving friction points.
Why This Answer Can Be Tricky
START was the solution on September 11, 2021. The main difficulty comes from the repeated T .
START
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Difficulty Signals
1 vowel
Vowel load
Visible vowels: A.
None
Rare letters
The answer uses common Wordle letters.
CCVCC
Pattern
Consonant-vowel shape for START.
Hint Path
Hint 1 — Vowels
The answer contains 1 vowel: A.
Hint 2 — Repeats
At least one letter appears more than once.
Hint 3 — First Letter
The word starts with S.
Hint 4 — Last Letter
The word ends with T.
Hint 5 — Shape
The middle three letters are arranged as TAR.
Hint 6 — Final Answer
START
Closest Archive Neighbors
SMART
Wordle #147 · November 13, 2021
ends with RT and starts with S.
SHORT
Wordle #1600 · November 5, 2025
ends with RT and starts with S.
SPORT
Wordle #1438 · May 27, 2025
ends with RT and starts with S.
SNORT
Wordle #1002 · March 17, 2024
ends with RT and starts with S.
FAQ
Why could START feel tricky in Wordle?
START repeats T, which can make the clue path feel narrower.
Do the hints still reveal the answer in stages?
Yes. The hint path is still progressive so you can stop before the final reveal if you only want partial guidance.
Should I use this record for live solving?
No. For the current puzzle, switch to the live daily hint page.