The answer to Wordle #1,785 was

SATIN

SATIN: A cloth woven from silk, nylon or polyester with a glossy surface and a dull back. (The same weaving technique applied to cotton produces cloth termed sateen).

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Letter difficulty: Easy

Its letter pattern is relatively straightforward.

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In a replay of past puzzles, Wordle #1,785 scores 8/100 for solver difficulty (easier for the solver).

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The solver reaches the answer in 3 guesses.

Common questions

What was the Wordle answer for May 9, 2026?
The Wordle answer for May 9, 2026 (puzzle #1785) was SATIN.
What does SATIN mean?
SATIN: A cloth woven from silk, nylon or polyester with a glossy surface and a dull back. (The same weaving technique applied to cotton produces cloth termed sateen).
Why was Wordle #1785 tricky?
SATIN is rated easy for letter difficulty. Its letter pattern is relatively straightforward.

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