Gridle is a word game where the goal is to fill a square grid with words that match the given criteria for each row and column. The objective is to find valid words while using less common words to score higher.
Each cell in the grid contains specific criteria that the word must meet, such as a set number of letters or a particular starting letter. To enter a word, click on a cell and type a word that meets the requirements for both the row and the column.
Example:
If the column says "Five Letters" and the row says "Starts with PH," you must enter a word that satisfies both conditions.
Each entered word receives a rarity rating based on how often other players have used it. The goal is to find rare words to achieve a higher score.
Possible categories for row or column criteria include:
- Repeated Letters: The word contains two consecutive identical letters.
- Starts with X: The word must start with the letter X.
- Ends with X: The word must end with the letter X.
- Contains X, Y, Z: The word must contain the letters X, Y, or Z.
- Contains XY: The word must contain the letters XY in exactly that order.
- X Letters: The word must have exactly X letters.
The rarity rating of a word shows how often it’s been used by other players:
- Common (>5%): Frequently used.
- Less Common (3-5%): Used less often.
- Rare (1.5-3%): Rarely used.
- Very Rare (0.5-1.5%): Very rarely used.
- Extremely Rare (0.01-0.5%): Extremely rarely used.
- Unicorn (Unique): No other player has used this word.
5 Tips for Playing Gridle:
1. Avoid Common Letters
Try using less common letters to achieve a higher rarity rating.
2. Pay Attention to Row and Column Requirements
Ensure that each word meets the criteria for both the row and the column.
3. Recognize Word Patterns
Use common letter sequences and word patterns to find fitting words more quickly.
4. Use Double Letters
Words with double letters can be useful as they may satisfy multiple categories.
5. Be Strategic
Plan your entries in advance to complete as many words as possible with minimal moves.
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