Wordle became one of the internet's favorite daily online puzzles shortly after its 2021 release, with millions attempting to crack the five-letter word of the day.
Software engineer Josh Wardle released his project online at the end of 2021, having perfected the game during the COVID-19 lockdown.
The game, a play on Wardle's name, was initially created for his partner, Palak Shah, who enjoyed puzzles.
The game soared to success, and it was acquired by The New York Times Company for an undisclosed sum earlier this year.
Millions play the game daily, drawn in by its simple formula: crack a five-letter word in six tries or less, following a color-coded grid system, although generally, the fewer attempts it takes to get the final answer, the better.
A letter that's in the correct position will turn a tile green, while a letter that is included in the answer, but is in the incorrect position, will turn a tile yellow. Finally, the tile will turn gray if you select a letter that is incorrect altogether, meaning that it isn't part of the Wordle of the day at all.
Wardle previously told Newsweek that he liked the idea that "everyone around the world was trying to solve the exact same word at the exact same time."
He said: "It created a shared communal experience [If] there were multiple puzzles to solve and everyone was at a different stage, then there wouldn't be that kind of conversation, which I think is the most fulfilling part of Wordle."
Give today's Wordle a try for free here, if you are up for a challenge. Other Wordle-inspired puzzles include the math-based Nerdle, the music-based Heardle, and the more challenging Quordle, which asks players to solve four words in nine tries.
Wordle can prove a little tricky at times. That's why Newsweek has put together a handy guide with tips and tricks to steer you in the right direction.
Note: The answer for September 19's Wordle #457 is located at the bottom of this page, so scroll down to Newsweek's hints below with care to avoid spoilers.
'Wordle' #457—Five Hints for Monday, September 19, 2022
Wordle players can use the following five hints to solve puzzle #458.
- Hint #1: Today's Wordle #457 contains two vowels, and has no repeated letters.
- Hint #2: The answer for today's puzzle has one syllable
- Hint #3 Wordle #457 begins with the letter "T."
- Hint #4: The word of the day ends with the letter "E."
- Hint #5: Merriam-Webster defines Wordle #457 as "in a small amount of time" and "quickly."
'Wordle' #457 Answer for Monday, September 19, 2022
The answer to today's Wordle is "trice."
Wordle will automatically reset at 7:00 p.m. ET. If you would like another puzzle to solve before the day is up, or you want to challenge yourself, give these similar games a go.
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