If today’s NYT Wordle puzzle left you confused, stuck, or dangerously close to breaking your streak, you’re not alone. Wordle puzzle #1626 for Monday, December 1, 2025, is slightly tricky if you don’t catch the soil-related clue. To help you solve it easily, here are today’s Wordle hints, clues, and the final answer — explained in a simple, spoiler-controlled format.
What Is Wordle?
Wordle is The New York Times’ daily word puzzle where players must guess a five-letter word in six attempts. With each guess, tiles turn:
- Green for correct letter in the correct position
- Yellow for correct letter in the wrong position
- Grey for incorrect letters
It’s simple, addictive, and a favourite daily brain exercise for millions worldwide.
Wordle Hints for December 1, 2025
If you’re not ready for the answer yet, here are progressive hints to help you solve today’s Wordle yourself.
1. Starting letter
Today’s Wordle word begins with the letter: L
2. Number of vowels
There are two vowels in today’s five-letter word.
3. Any repeating letters?
No — there are no double or repeated letters.
4. Main Word Hint (Stronger Clue)
The word refers to a process farmers or gardeners perform with soil.
Final Hint Before the Answer
If water seeps through soil and carries away nutrients or chemicals, this process is called…
Scroll only if you want the full answer.
✅ Wordle Answer Today (December 1, 2025): LEACH
Today’s Wordle answer is LEACH.
Meaning of LEACH
To leach means:
When rainwater or liquid drains through soil or ash, carrying away minerals or soluble chemicals with it.
This term is frequently used in farming, gardening, and environmental science.
Difficulty Rating
Today’s puzzle is rated: Easy
If you caught the soil/climate hint or used a strong starting word, this one was quick to solve.
Best Starting Words for Wordle
Want to make future Wordles easier? Here are the most reliable starting guesses:
- ARISE
- CRANE
- ADIEU
- RATIO
- IDEAL
- ABOUT
- RAISE
- TEACH
These cover high-frequency vowels and consonants efficiently.
Final Thoughts
If today’s puzzle challenged you, don’t worry — a fresh Wordle arrives every morning, and we’ll continue sharing hints and answers daily.
Check back tomorrow for the Wordle answer for December 2, 2025, along with Connections hints and more NYT puzzle guides.
