Time to Wordle, folks! A new puzzle is here and, as always, we’re also here to provide some tips and hints to help if you’re struggling.
Bookmark this page for the answer to the May 1 Wordle #316. If you want to try to guess it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips and strategies to help.
On background: Wordle was originally created by engineer Josh Wardle and has become a daily habit for players around the globe. The game was bought and continues to be run by the New York Times.
The word game has also inspired numerous clones and variations, such as battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and iterations like Dordle and Quordle.
It may seem like Wordle has gotten harder, but it hasn’t. However, you can always switch Wordle to Hard Mode.
Not the day you’re after? Here’s the Wordle answer for April 30.
Best Wordle starting word?
We have plenty of ideas that can help if you want to be strategic in your selection.
As a general rule of thumb, you’ll probably want to fit at least two vowels into your first word, as well as cram in some more common consonants such as S, T, R, or N.
Check out the Wordle archive
If you aren’t satisfied with only solving one Wordle per day, the whole archive of past Wordle puzzles is also available to play.
Just remember to take breaks and stay hydrated.
Why are there two different Wordle answers some days?
Though it is generally accepted that there is just one Wordle solution to rule them all on a single day, occasionally two different correct answers will share the spotlight.
This is due to changes the New York Times made after acquiring the puzzle game.
Here’s a subtle hint for the May 1Wordle answer:
It’s a verb.
Wordle 316 is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle is brought to you by the letter ‘F’.
What’s the answer to the May 1Wordle?
Get your last guesses in, because the final answer will now be revealed!
The solution to Wordle #316 is…
FORGO.
Didn’t get it? Not to worry. There’s always another chance when it comes to Wordle. Come back tomorrow for more helpful clues and hints!
Reporting by Amanda Yeo, Caitlin Welsh and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
