New day, new Wordle, y’all! We’re graced with a new puzzle every day and, as always, we’re also here to provide some tips and hints if you’re struggling.
Bookmark this page to help in case you have trouble solving the May 2 Wordle #317 and want to know the answer, which you can find at the bottom of the page. If you want to try to guess it yourself, keep reading for clues and strategies.
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.
By the way, while it may seem like Wordle has gotten harder. It hasn’t. But you can always switch Wordle to Hard Mode.
Not the day you’re after? Here’s the Wordle answer and clues for May 1. Spoilers within.
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 2Wordle answer:
It’s a noun.
Wordle 317 is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle is brought to you by the letter ‘S’.
What’s the answer to the May 2Wordle?
Get your last guesses in, because the final answer will now be revealed!
The solution to Wordle #317 is…
STORY.
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.
