5 FiveLetterWords

The most common five-letter words

Every five-letter word that appears ten or more times per million words of English, ranked from most to least frequent.

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All 1,055 words, Zipf 4 and above

Each word links to its full page. The Zipf figure is the word's corpus frequency turned into a plain rate; definitions are selected and lightly formatted from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0), and long entries may be shortened. A “past Wordle answer” line means the word appears in this site's recorded answer history; its solver-pressure figure ranks that recorded puzzle against all other recorded puzzles for a reference solver, so 70/100 reads “harder than 70% of them.” CEFR chips (A1–B2) estimate when English learners typically meet a word.

  1. GRANT Zipf 4.67 · about 47 uses per million words CEFR B1

    To give (permission or wish). — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on October 16, 2024 · solver pressure 72/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  2. GROWN Zipf 4.67 · about 47 uses per million words

    past participle of grow — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on May 17, 2025 · solver pressure 57/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  3. HEADS Zipf 4.67 · about 47 uses per million words

    A shouted warning that something is falling from above, mind your heads; heads-up. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  4. KEEPS Zipf 4.67 · about 47 uses per million words

    plural of keep — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  5. LYING Zipf 4.67 · about 47 uses per million words

    present participle and gerund of lie (“to rest in a horizontal position”) — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on September 19, 2021 · solver pressure 39/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  6. ROUTE Zipf 4.67 · about 47 uses per million words CEFR B2

    A course or way which is traveled or passed. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on January 12, 2024 · solver pressure 1/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  7. SAVED Zipf 4.67 · about 47 uses per million words

    simple past and past participle of save — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  8. SHOES Zipf 4.67 · about 47 uses per million words

    plural of shoe — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  9. SMOKE Zipf 4.67 · about 47 uses per million words CEFR A1

    The visible vapor/vapour, gases, and fine particles given off by burning or smoldering material. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on September 20, 2024 · solver pressure 44/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  10. SQUAD Zipf 4.67 · about 47 uses per million words CEFR B2

    A group of people organized for some common purpose, usually of about ten members. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer (2 times, latest February 17, 2026) · solver pressure 12/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  11. TEACH Zipf 4.67 · about 47 uses per million words CEFR A1

    To pass on knowledge to. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on September 22, 2024 · solver pressure 66/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  12. TESTS Zipf 4.67 · about 47 uses per million words

    plural of test — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  13. ABUSE Zipf 4.66 · about 46 uses per million words CEFR B2

    Improper treatment or usage; application to a wrong or bad purpose; an unjust, corrupt or wrongful practice or custom. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  14. ANGRY Zipf 4.66 · about 46 uses per million words CEFR A1

    Displaying or feeling anger. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on July 19, 2022 · solver pressure 16/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  15. LAUGH Zipf 4.66 · about 46 uses per million words CEFR A1

    An expression of mirth particular to the human species; the sound heard in laughing; laughter. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on April 13, 2025 · solver pressure 62/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  16. LOVES Zipf 4.66 · about 46 uses per million words

    plural of love — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  17. LUNCH Zipf 4.66 · about 46 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A light meal usually eaten around midday, notably when not as main meal of the day. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on January 15, 2024 · solver pressure 79/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  18. STORM Zipf 4.66 · about 46 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Any disturbed state of the atmosphere causing destructive or unpleasant weather, especially one affecting the earth's surface involving strong winds (leading to high waves at sea) and usually… — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 17, 2024 · solver pressure 76/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  19. ACTOR Zipf 4.65 · about 45 uses per million words CEFR A1

    Someone or something that takes part in some action; a doer, an agent. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on November 11, 2023 · solver pressure 6/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  20. CHAIN Zipf 4.65 · about 45 uses per million words CEFR A2

    A series of interconnected rings or links usually made of metal. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on December 10, 2023 · solver pressure 7/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  21. EQUAL Zipf 4.65 · about 45 uses per million words CEFR B1

    The same in one or more respects. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on October 13, 2022 · solver pressure 21/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  22. LEADS Zipf 4.65 · about 45 uses per million words

    plural of lead — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  23. POSTS Zipf 4.65 · about 45 uses per million words

    plural of post — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  24. QUIET Zipf 4.65 · about 45 uses per million words CEFR A1

    With little or no sound; free of disturbing noise. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on July 5, 2021 · solver pressure 55/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  25. SPLIT Zipf 4.65 · about 45 uses per million words CEFR A2

    To divide fully or partly along a more or less straight line. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 28, 2025 · solver pressure 81/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  26. TAXES Zipf 4.65 · about 45 uses per million words

    plural of tax — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  27. URBAN Zipf 4.65 · about 45 uses per million words CEFR B2

    Of, pertaining to, characteristic of, or happening or located in, a city or town; of, pertaining to, or characteristic of life in such a place, especially when contrasted with the countryside. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on March 2, 2024 · solver pressure 51/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  28. FAULT Zipf 4.64 · about 44 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Culpability; the responsibility for a blameworthy event. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on October 24, 2022 · solver pressure 17/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  29. FILMS Zipf 4.64 · about 44 uses per million words

    plural of film — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  30. MIXED Zipf 4.64 · about 44 uses per million words

    simple past and past participle of mix — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  31. PHASE Zipf 4.64 · about 44 uses per million words CEFR B2

    A distinguishable part of a sequence or cycle occurring over time. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on June 3, 2022 · solver pressure 25/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  32. SMILE Zipf 4.64 · about 44 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A facial expression comprised by flexing the muscles of both ends of one's mouth, often showing the front teeth, without vocalisation, and in humans is a common involuntary or voluntary expression of… — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer (2 times, latest May 30, 2026) · solver pressure 11/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  33. TRUCK Zipf 4.64 · about 44 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A small wheel or roller, specifically the wheel of a gun carriage. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on December 12, 2025 · solver pressure 36/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  34. VOTES Zipf 4.64 · about 44 uses per million words

    plural of vote — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  35. BLAME Zipf 4.63 · about 43 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Censure. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on March 13, 2023 · solver pressure 34/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  36. DYING Zipf 4.63 · about 43 uses per million words

    Approaching death; about to die; moribund. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  37. FALLS Zipf 4.63 · about 43 uses per million words

    A waterfall. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  38. FALSE Zipf 4.63 · about 43 uses per million words CEFR A1

    Untrue, not factual, factually incorrect. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on January 30, 2025 · solver pressure 25/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  39. FIRED Zipf 4.63 · about 43 uses per million words

    dismissed, terminated from employment. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  40. NOVEL Zipf 4.63 · about 43 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Newly made, formed or evolved; having no precedent; of recent origin; new. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on July 9, 2025 · solver pressure 26/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  41. SHIRT Zipf 4.63 · about 43 uses per million words CEFR A1

    An article of clothing that is worn on the upper part of the body, often with sleeves that cover some or all of the arms. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  42. SHOTS Zipf 4.63 · about 43 uses per million words

    plural of shot — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  43. CREAM Zipf 4.62 · about 42 uses per million words CEFR A1

    The butterfat or milkfat part of milk which rises to the top; this part when separated from the remainder. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on February 22, 2025 · solver pressure 27/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  44. GIANT Zipf 4.62 · about 42 uses per million words CEFR B1

    A mythical human or humanoid of very great size. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on February 12, 2023 · solver pressure 6/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  45. MAYOR Zipf 4.62 · about 42 uses per million words CEFR B1

    The chief executive of the municipal government of a city, borough, etc., formerly (historical) usually appointed as a caretaker by European royal courts but now usually appointed or elected locally. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on March 26, 2024 · solver pressure 90/100, hard for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  46. MINOR Zipf 4.62 · about 42 uses per million words CEFR B1

    Lesser, smaller in importance, size, degree, seriousness, or significance compared to another option, particularly — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  47. PAGES Zipf 4.62 · about 42 uses per million words

    plural of page — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  48. THEME Zipf 4.62 · about 42 uses per million words CEFR B2

    A subject, now especially of a talk or an artistic piece; a topic. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on September 9, 2022 · solver pressure 50/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  49. USUAL Zipf 4.62 · about 42 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Most commonly occurring; typical. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on December 14, 2022 · solver pressure 23/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  50. VOTED Zipf 4.62 · about 42 uses per million words

    That has been assigned or established by a vote. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  51. WALLS Zipf 4.62 · about 42 uses per million words

    plural of wall — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  52. DRAFT Zipf 4.61 · about 41 uses per million words CEFR B2

    A current of air, usually coming into a room or vehicle. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on January 8, 2025 · solver pressure 22/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  53. DRUNK Zipf 4.61 · about 41 uses per million words CEFR B1

    Intoxicated as a result of excessive alcohol consumption, usually by drinking alcoholic beverages. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on April 24, 2026 · solver pressure 35/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  54. FINDS Zipf 4.61 · about 41 uses per million words

    plural of find — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  55. SPOKE Zipf 4.61 · about 41 uses per million words

    A support structure that connects the axle or the hub of a wheel to the rim. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on December 13, 2022 · solver pressure 78/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  56. TALKS Zipf 4.61 · about 41 uses per million words

    plural of talk — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  57. UPSET Zipf 4.61 · about 41 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Angry, distressed, or unhappy — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on July 29, 2022 · solver pressure 47/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  58. BIRDS Zipf 4.60 · about 40 uses per million words

    plural of bird — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  59. CYCLE Zipf 4.60 · about 40 uses per million words CEFR B1

    An interval of space or time in which one set of events or phenomena is completed. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on April 14, 2026 · solver pressure 69/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  60. GOODS Zipf 4.60 · about 40 uses per million words CEFR B1

    plural of good — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  61. HOLDS Zipf 4.60 · about 40 uses per million words

    plural of hold — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  62. WALES Zipf 4.60 · about 40 uses per million words

    plural of wale — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  63. ARMED Zipf 4.59 · about 39 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Equipped, especially with a weapon. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  64. ASIDE Zipf 4.59 · about 39 uses per million words CEFR B1

    To or on one side so as to be out of the way. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on December 28, 2021 · solver pressure 2/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  65. DEALS Zipf 4.59 · about 39 uses per million words

    plural of deal — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  66. EMPTY Zipf 4.59 · about 39 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Devoid of content; containing nothing or nobody; vacant. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 10, 2023 · solver pressure 41/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  67. FACES Zipf 4.59 · about 39 uses per million words

    plural of face — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  68. FOLKS Zipf 4.59 · about 39 uses per million words

    The members of one's immediate family, especially one's parents — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  69. KINDA Zipf 4.59 · about 39 uses per million words

    Kind of; somewhat. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  70. MOVES Zipf 4.59 · about 39 uses per million words

    plural of move — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  71. PRIZE Zipf 4.59 · about 39 uses per million words CEFR B1

    That which is taken from another; something captured; a thing seized by force, stratagem, or superior power. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 31, 2022 · solver pressure 58/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  72. RURAL Zipf 4.59 · about 39 uses per million words CEFR B2

    Relating to the countryside or to agriculture. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on April 29, 2026 · solver pressure 18/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  73. SPAIN Zipf 4.59 · about 39 uses per million words

    A country in Southern Europe, including most of the Iberian peninsula. Official name: Kingdom of Spain. Capital and largest city: Madrid. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  74. TOOLS Zipf 4.59 · about 39 uses per million words

    plural of tool — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  75. ADMIT Zipf 4.58 · about 38 uses per million words CEFR A2

    To allow to enter; to grant entrance (to), whether into a place, into the mind, or into consideration. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on September 25, 2022 · solver pressure 16/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  76. FAVOR Zipf 4.58 · about 38 uses per million words CEFR A2

    A kind or helpful deed; an instance of voluntarily assisting (someone). — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on January 12, 2022 · solver pressure 89/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  77. FRAME Zipf 4.58 · about 38 uses per million words CEFR A2

    To fit, as for a specific end or purpose; make suitable or comfortable; adapt; adjust. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on February 8, 2022 · solver pressure 61/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  78. GUEST Zipf 4.58 · about 38 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A recipient of hospitality, especially someone staying by invitation at the house of another. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on June 26, 2023 · solver pressure 17/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  79. TEETH Zipf 4.58 · about 38 uses per million words

    plural of tooth — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on September 17, 2025 · solver pressure 20/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  80. BUNCH Zipf 4.57 · about 37 uses per million words CEFR B1

    A group of similar things, either growing together, or in a cluster or clump, usually fastened together. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on October 5, 2023 · solver pressure 61/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  81. FRUIT Zipf 4.57 · about 37 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A product of fertilization in a plant, specifically — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on December 29, 2025 · solver pressure 13/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  82. INDEX Zipf 4.57 · about 37 uses per million words CEFR B2

    An alphabetical listing of items and their location. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 15, 2023 · solver pressure 24/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  83. SHIFT Zipf 4.57 · about 37 uses per million words CEFR B1

    A movement to do something, a beginning. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on December 9, 2023 · solver pressure 50/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  84. STOOD Zipf 4.57 · about 37 uses per million words

    simple past and past participle of stand — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on April 17, 2025 · solver pressure 86/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  85. TIGHT Zipf 4.57 · about 37 uses per million words CEFR A1

    Firmly held together; compact; not loose or open. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  86. CROWN Zipf 4.56 · about 36 uses per million words CEFR A2

    A royal, imperial or princely headdress; a diadem. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 27, 2024 · solver pressure 89/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  87. GRACE Zipf 4.56 · about 36 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Charming, pleasing qualities. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on December 24, 2023 · solver pressure 72/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  88. ROOMS Zipf 4.56 · about 36 uses per million words

    plural of room — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  89. CHOSE Zipf 4.55 · about 35 uses per million words

    simple past of choose — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on January 2, 2025 · solver pressure 28/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  90. CRASH Zipf 4.55 · about 35 uses per million words CEFR B1

    A sudden, intense, loud sound, as made for example by cymbals. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  91. DEPTH Zipf 4.55 · about 35 uses per million words CEFR B1

    the vertical distance below a surface; the degree to which something is deep — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on June 5, 2022 · solver pressure 13/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  92. DIRTY Zipf 4.55 · about 35 uses per million words CEFR A1

    Unclean; covered with or containing unpleasant substances such as dirt or grime. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  93. ERROR Zipf 4.55 · about 35 uses per million words CEFR A2

    The state, quality, or condition of being wrong. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 29, 2021 · solver pressure 55/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  94. NOISE Zipf 4.55 · about 35 uses per million words CEFR A1

    Various sounds, usually unwanted or unpleasant. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on November 1, 2023 · solver pressure 25/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  95. PANEL Zipf 4.55 · about 35 uses per million words CEFR B2

    A (usually) rectangular section of a surface, or of a covering or of a wall, fence etc. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 24, 2021 · solver pressure 28/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  96. PLATE Zipf 4.55 · about 35 uses per million words CEFR A2

    A slightly curved but almost flat dish from which food is served or eaten. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on April 20, 2023 · solver pressure 28/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  97. ROADS Zipf 4.55 · about 35 uses per million words

    plural of road — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  98. SHAME Zipf 4.55 · about 35 uses per million words CEFR B1

    An uncomfortable or painful feeling due to recognition or consciousness of one's own impropriety or dishonor, or something being exposed that should have been kept private. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on April 15, 2022 · solver pressure 45/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  99. SHIPS Zipf 4.55 · about 35 uses per million words

    plural of ship — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  100. BIBLE Zipf 4.54 · about 35 uses per million words

    Alternative letter-case form of Bible (“a specific version, edition, translation, or copy of the Christian religious text”). — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  101. CABLE Zipf 4.54 · about 35 uses per million words CEFR B2

    A long object used to make a physical connection. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on January 6, 2024 · solver pressure 60/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  102. DATES Zipf 4.54 · about 35 uses per million words

    plural of date — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  103. DOORS Zipf 4.54 · about 35 uses per million words

    plural of door — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  104. PRINT Zipf 4.54 · about 35 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Of, relating to, or writing for printed publications. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 19, 2021 · solver pressure 60/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  105. SIGHT Zipf 4.54 · about 35 uses per million words CEFR A1

    The ability to see. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on November 15, 2023 · solver pressure 73/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  106. BROAD Zipf 4.53 · about 34 uses per million words CEFR B1

    Wide in extent or scope. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on September 14, 2024 · solver pressure 53/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  107. DRAWN Zipf 4.53 · about 34 uses per million words

    past participle of draw — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on September 8, 2024 · solver pressure 29/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  108. MOTOR Zipf 4.53 · about 34 uses per million words CEFR B1

    A machine or device that converts other energy forms into mechanical energy, or imparts motion. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on October 8, 2021 · solver pressure 50/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  109. SEATS Zipf 4.53 · about 34 uses per million words

    plural of seat — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  110. SOLAR Zipf 4.53 · about 34 uses per million words CEFR B2

    Of or pertaining to the sun; proceeding from the sun. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on January 16, 2022 · solver pressure 81/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  111. TRIES Zipf 4.53 · about 34 uses per million words

    plural of try — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  112. BALLS Zipf 4.52 · about 33 uses per million words

    plural of ball — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  113. BILLS Zipf 4.52 · about 33 uses per million words

    plural of bill — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  114. BLIND Zipf 4.52 · about 33 uses per million words CEFR B1

    Unable to see, or only partially able to see. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  115. BRIEF Zipf 4.52 · about 33 uses per million words CEFR B1

    Of short duration; happening quickly. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on January 11, 2024 · solver pressure 17/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  116. CHEST Zipf 4.52 · about 33 uses per million words CEFR A2

    A box, now usually a large strong box with a secure convex lid. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on March 24, 2022 · solver pressure 60/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  117. DEBUT Zipf 4.52 · about 33 uses per million words

    A performer's first performance to the public, in sport, the arts or some other area. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on July 4, 2024 · solver pressure 57/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  118. PAINT Zipf 4.52 · about 33 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A substance that is applied as a liquid or paste, and dries into a solid coating that protects or adds colour to an object or surface to which it has been applied. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on June 21, 2024 · solver pressure 26/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  119. PILOT Zipf 4.52 · about 33 uses per million words CEFR A2

    A person who steers a ship, a helmsman. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on October 17, 2021 · solver pressure 48/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  120. STEAM Zipf 4.52 · about 33 uses per million words CEFR B1

    The hot gaseous form of water, formed when water changes from the liquid phase to the gas phase (at or above its boiling point temperature). — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on September 23, 2024 · solver pressure 69/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  121. CLUBS Zipf 4.51 · about 32 uses per million words

    third-person singular simple present indicative of club — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  122. EXACT Zipf 4.51 · about 32 uses per million words CEFR B1

    Precisely agreeing with a standard, a fact, or the truth; perfectly conforming; neither exceeding nor falling short in any respect. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 18, 2023 · solver pressure 55/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  123. KINDS Zipf 4.51 · about 32 uses per million words

    plural of kind — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  124. LOANS Zipf 4.51 · about 32 uses per million words

    plural of loan — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  125. QUOTE Zipf 4.51 · about 32 uses per million words CEFR B2

    A statement attributed to a person; a quotation. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on September 10, 2023 · solver pressure 4/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  126. SWEAR Zipf 4.51 · about 32 uses per million words CEFR B1

    To take an oath, to promise intensely, solemnly, and/or with legally binding effect. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  127. TREND Zipf 4.51 · about 32 uses per million words CEFR B1

    An inclination in a particular direction. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on March 4, 2023 · solver pressure 27/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  128. YARDS Zipf 4.51 · about 32 uses per million words

    plural of yard — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  129. BREAD Zipf 4.50 · about 32 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A foodstuff made by baking dough made from cereals. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on March 30, 2023 · solver pressure 32/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  130. GREEK Zipf 4.50 · about 32 uses per million words

    Alternative letter-case form of Greek (“nonsense writing or talk; gibberish”). — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  131. INNER Zipf 4.50 · about 32 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Being or occurring (farther) inside, situated farther in, located (situated) or happening on the inside of something, situated within or farther within contained within something. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on November 10, 2024 · solver pressure 72/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  132. REPLY Zipf 4.50 · about 32 uses per million words CEFR A2

    To give a written or spoken response, especially to a question, request, accusation or criticism; to answer. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 3, 2026 · solver pressure 46/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  133. ROMAN Zipf 4.50 · about 32 uses per million words

    Upright, as opposed to italic. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  134. TOWER Zipf 4.50 · about 32 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A tall, narrow structure (significantly taller than it is wide, either standing alone or forming part of a larger structure. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 27, 2025 · solver pressure 18/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  135. WHEEL Zipf 4.50 · about 32 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A circular device capable of rotating on its axis, facilitating movement or transportation or performing labour in machines. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on July 25, 2023 · solver pressure 80/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  136. FACED Zipf 4.49 · about 31 uses per million words

    simple past and past participle of face — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  137. FILED Zipf 4.49 · about 31 uses per million words

    simple past and past participle of file — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  138. MARKS Zipf 4.49 · about 31 uses per million words

    plural of mark — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  139. PRIDE Zipf 4.49 · about 31 uses per million words CEFR A2

    The quality or state of being proud. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on July 19, 2021 · solver pressure 49/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  140. ROUGH Zipf 4.49 · about 31 uses per million words CEFR B1

    Not smooth; uneven. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on June 1, 2025 · solver pressure 68/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  141. SMELL Zipf 4.49 · about 31 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A sensation, pleasant or unpleasant, detected by inhaling air (or, the case of water-breathing animals, water) carrying airborne molecules of a substance. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on March 12, 2026 · solver pressure 88/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  142. TOPIC Zipf 4.49 · about 31 uses per million words CEFR A1

    topical — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on December 15, 2023 · solver pressure 34/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  143. LEWIS Zipf 4.48 · about 30 uses per million words

    A cramp iron inserted into a cavity in order to lift heavy stones; used as a symbol of strength in Freemasonry. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  144. PANTS Zipf 4.48 · about 30 uses per million words CEFR A1

    An outer garment that covers the body from the waist downwards, covering each leg separately, usually as far as the ankles; trousers. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  145. SHARP Zipf 4.48 · about 30 uses per million words CEFR B1

    Terminating in a point or edge, especially one that can cut or pierce easily; not dull, obtuse, or rounded. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on December 8, 2023 · solver pressure 81/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  146. TRICK Zipf 4.48 · about 30 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Something designed to fool, dupe, outsmart, mislead or swindle. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on September 9, 2025 · solver pressure 62/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  147. AUDIO Zipf 4.47 · about 30 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Focused on audible sound, as opposed to sight. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 30, 2023 · solver pressure 33/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  148. CHART Zipf 4.47 · about 30 uses per million words CEFR A2

    A map. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 4, 2023 · solver pressure 75/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  149. MOUNT Zipf 4.47 · about 30 uses per million words CEFR B1

    A hill or mountain. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on January 27, 2022 · solver pressure 41/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  150. OCCUR Zipf 4.47 · about 30 uses per million words CEFR B1

    To happen or take place. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on October 20, 2023 · solver pressure 90/100, hard for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  151. TEARS Zipf 4.47 · about 30 uses per million words

    plural of tear (“liquid from the eyes”) — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  152. ARGUE Zipf 4.46 · about 29 uses per million words CEFR A2

    To show grounds for concluding (that); to indicate, imply. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 31, 2021 · solver pressure 1/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  153. AWFUL Zipf 4.46 · about 29 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Very bad. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on June 22, 2022 · solver pressure 19/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  154. BOUND Zipf 4.46 · about 29 uses per million words CEFR B1

    simple past and past participle of bind — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  155. CLOUD Zipf 4.46 · about 29 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A visible mass of water droplets suspended in the air. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on September 30, 2024 · solver pressure 23/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  156. FILES Zipf 4.46 · about 29 uses per million words

    plural of file — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  157. HILLS Zipf 4.46 · about 29 uses per million words

    plural of hill — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  158. LOOSE Zipf 4.46 · about 29 uses per million words CEFR A2

    To let loose, to free from restraints. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  159. MORAL Zipf 4.46 · about 29 uses per million words CEFR B1

    Of or relating to principles of right and wrong in behaviour, especially conforming to principles of rectitude. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on April 16, 2025 · solver pressure 49/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  160. SHOCK Zipf 4.46 · about 29 uses per million words CEFR A2

    A sudden, heavy impact. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  161. THICK Zipf 4.46 · about 29 uses per million words CEFR A1

    Relatively great in extent from one surface to the opposite in its smallest solid dimension. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on November 22, 2025 · solver pressure 27/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  162. THREW Zipf 4.46 · about 29 uses per million words

    simple past of throw — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on January 10, 2024 · solver pressure 39/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  163. ANGEL Zipf 4.45 · about 28 uses per million words CEFR A2

    An incorporeal and holy or semidivine messenger from a deity or other divine entity, traditionally depicted as a youthful, winged figure in flowing robes. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on September 16, 2023 · solver pressure 2/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  164. BONUS Zipf 4.45 · about 28 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Something extra that is good; an added benefit. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on February 9, 2025 · solver pressure 69/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  165. FLASH Zipf 4.45 · about 28 uses per million words CEFR B1

    To cause to shine briefly or intermittently. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on December 20, 2024 · solver pressure 44/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  166. GROSS Zipf 4.45 · about 28 uses per million words CEFR B2

    remarkably great, big, vast in an often unpleasant way; (of behaviour) Highly or conspicuously offensive. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on October 17, 2025 · solver pressure 76/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  167. MINDS Zipf 4.45 · about 28 uses per million words

    plural of mind — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  168. REFER Zipf 4.45 · about 28 uses per million words CEFR A2

    To direct the attention of (someone toward something). — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on July 19, 2024 · solver pressure 67/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  169. TRAIL Zipf 4.45 · about 28 uses per million words CEFR B1

    To follow behind (someone or something); to tail (someone or something). — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on February 17, 2025 · solver pressure 5/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  170. UNCLE Zipf 4.45 · about 28 uses per million words CEFR A1

    The brother or brother-in-law of one’s parent. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on October 13, 2023 · solver pressure 5/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  171. WOODS Zipf 4.45 · about 28 uses per million words

    plural of wood — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  172. BADLY Zipf 4.44 · about 28 uses per million words CEFR A2

    In a bad manner. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on November 12, 2021 · solver pressure 66/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  173. CHASE Zipf 4.44 · about 28 uses per million words CEFR B1

    The act of one who chases another; a pursuit. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on March 13, 2025 · solver pressure 54/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  174. IDEAL Zipf 4.44 · about 28 uses per million words CEFR A1

    Pertaining to ideas, or to a given idea. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on October 19, 2025 · solver pressure 15/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  175. JIMMY Zipf 4.44 · about 28 uses per million words

    A marijuana cigarette. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  176. KELLY Zipf 4.44 · about 28 uses per million words

    A square or hexagonal pipe that is turned in order to rotate the rotary table of a drilling rig. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  177. ROLES Zipf 4.44 · about 28 uses per million words

    plural of role — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  178. WINGS Zipf 4.44 · about 28 uses per million words

    plural of wing — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  179. CLOCK Zipf 4.43 · about 27 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A chronometer, an instrument that measures time, particularly the time of day. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer (2 times, latest May 12, 2026) · solver pressure 75/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  180. LABEL Zipf 4.43 · about 27 uses per million words CEFR B2

    A small ticket or sign giving information about something to which it is attached or intended to be attached. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on August 12, 2022 · solver pressure 12/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  181. NAKED Zipf 4.43 · about 27 uses per million words CEFR B1

    Bare, not covered by clothing. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  182. OPENS Zipf 4.43 · about 27 uses per million words

    plural of open — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  183. PITCH Zipf 4.43 · about 27 uses per million words CEFR B2

    A sticky, gummy substance secreted by trees; sap. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on May 19, 2025 · solver pressure 72/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  184. PIZZA Zipf 4.43 · about 27 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A baked Italian dish of a thinly rolled bread crust typically topped before baking with tomato sauce, cheese, and other ingredients such as meat or vegetables. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on July 4, 2026 · solver pressure 84/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  185. PLAIN Zipf 4.43 · about 27 uses per million words CEFR B1

    Simple, unaltered. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on June 27, 2025 · solver pressure 24/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  186. ANGER Zipf 4.42 · about 26 uses per million words CEFR B1

    A strong and unpleasant feeling of displeasure, hostility, or antagonism, usually combined with an urge to yell, curse, damage or destroy things, or harm living beings, often stemming from perceived… — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on May 6, 2023 · solver pressure 16/100, easier for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  187. COMIC Zipf 4.42 · about 26 uses per million words CEFR A2

    Pertaining to comedy, as a literary genre. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  188. GHOST Zipf 4.42 · about 26 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A disembodied soul; a soul or spirit of a deceased person; a spirit appearing after death. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on June 14, 2025 · solver pressure 53/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  189. NEWLY Zipf 4.42 · about 26 uses per million words CEFR B1

    Very recently/lately; in the immediate past. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on May 11, 2026 · solver pressure 73/100, tricky among recorded puzzles.

  190. SKILL Zipf 4.42 · about 26 uses per million words CEFR A1

    A capacity to do something well; a technique, an ability, usually acquired or learned, as opposed to abilities that are regarded as innate. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on February 6, 2022 · solver pressure 94/100, hard for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  191. SOLVE Zipf 4.42 · about 26 uses per million words CEFR A1

    To find an answer or solution to a problem or question; to work out. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on December 1, 2021 · solver pressure 36/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  192. TRASH Zipf 4.42 · about 26 uses per million words CEFR B1

    Useless physical things to be discarded; rubbish; refuse. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on April 29, 2022 · solver pressure 41/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  193. VEGAS Zipf 4.42 · about 26 uses per million words

    plural of vega — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  194. VIRUS Zipf 4.42 · about 26 uses per million words CEFR B1

    A submicroscopic, non-cellular structure that consists of a core of DNA or RNA surrounded by a protein coat, that requires a living host cell to replicate, and that sometimes causes disease in the… — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  195. BOOST Zipf 4.41 · about 26 uses per million words CEFR B2

    A push from behind or below, as to one who is endeavoring to climb. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on January 2, 2022 · solver pressure 92/100, hard for the solver among recorded puzzles.

  196. CRACK Zipf 4.41 · about 26 uses per million words CEFR B2

    To form cracks. — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  197. DUTCH Zipf 4.41 · about 26 uses per million words

    wife — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

    Past Wordle answer on October 16, 2021 · solver pressure 53/100, middle of the pack among recorded puzzles.

  198. FOODS Zipf 4.41 · about 26 uses per million words

    plural of food — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  199. HIRED Zipf 4.41 · about 26 uses per million words

    simple past and past participle of hire — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  200. KINGS Zipf 4.41 · about 26 uses per million words

    plural of king — Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0)

How these scores are measured

Frequency scores come from the wordfreq project (data CC BY-SA 4.0), which averages word rates across books, subtitles, news and web text. A Zipf score is the base-10 logarithm of a word's uses per billion words, so each whole point is a tenfold change in frequency: Zipf 4 is ten uses per million words, Zipf 3 is one. The four bands split the site's accepted-guess list of 14,855 five-letter words at Zipf 4, 3 and 2 — round thresholds chosen from the observed distribution, not judgments about individual words.

“Past Wordle answer” claims come only from this site's recorded answer history, and the working answer pool never predicts what the NYT will choose. Solver-pressure figures are percentiles among recorded puzzles for a reference solver — a claim about those puzzles, not about players. Learner levels: The CEFR-J Wordlist Version 1.5. Compiled by Yukio Tono, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies. Retrieved from http://www.cefr-j.org/download.html on 1/20/2020.