- Average remaining
- 1.0
- Worst branch
- 1
- Information
- 1.59 bits
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Five-letter words matching C_AI_
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This pattern has 7 words in the Wordle guess list; 3 are possible answers. The calculator compared 14,786 Wordle guesses against those 3 answers. The possible-answer label is a guide, not a promise about what Wordle's editors will choose.
Previously used by Wordle: CHAIN (December 10, 2023); CHAIR (September 11, 2025).
AARGH does not fit this page's clues. CHAIN keeps every clue shown here and leaves an average remainder of 1.0 (1 in its worst branch). Check any additional yellow-position clues in the full Solver.
No obvious one-slot trap. The possible answers do not form a three-word-or-larger family that differs in only one position.
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Pattern guide
What fits C_AI_?
All 7 matching words are shown above. 3 are possible answers.
Letters that fit the blanks
- 2nd letter H, L, R
- 5th letter C, G, M, N, R, S
Meanings and answer history
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CHAIN
A series of interconnected rings or links usually made of metal.
“He wore a gold chain around the neck.”
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Past Wordle answer: December 10, 2023.
CHAIR
An item of furniture used to sit on or in, comprising a seat, legs or wheels, back, and sometimes arm rests, for use by one person.
“All I need to weather a snowstorm is hot coffee, a warm fire, a good book and a comfortable chair.”
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Past Wordle answer: September 11, 2025.
CLAIM
A demand of ownership made for something.
“a claim of ownership”
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Not listed among past Wordle answers.
CLAIR
A female given name from French.
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Not listed among past Wordle answers.
CRAIG
A rocky crag.
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Not listed among past Wordle answers.
CHAIS
plural of chai
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Not listed among past Wordle answers.
CRAIC
Often preceded by the: amusement, fun, especially through enjoyable company; also, pleasant conversation.
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Not listed among past Wordle answers.
Common questions
- How many five-letter words match C_AI_?
- 7 five-letter words match C_AI_ in this site's Wordle guess list. Of these, 3 are possible answers.