Whether you’ve been playing since Wordle became a viral sensation in 2022 or you’re just now diving into the daily word-guessing craze, we’ve got you covered with hints, strategy tips, and today’s solution — all in one place. If you’re stuck and trying to protect your streak, don’t worry. We’ll give you a chance to figure it out with some clues before revealing the final answer at the end of the page.
Just a quick reminder: this is only one of several daily puzzles you can try from The New York Times. If you enjoy Wordle, be sure to check out Connections, Strands, The Mini, and the Crossword as well. For even more variety, Merriam-Webster has also launched its own take on the daily puzzle format.
Yesterday’s Wordle Answer
Before we get into today’s puzzle, here’s a quick look back for context. The answer to yesterday’s Wordle (July 21) was TIZZY. So today’s word, while also five letters, is something completely different, and maybe a little less chaotic.
Helpful Hints for Today’s Wordle (July 22)
Not ready to see the answer just yet? Let’s go over a few hints that might help you solve today’s word without giving it away directly:
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Today’s word includes the letter B.
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It contains only one vowel.
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There are no repeated letters in this word.
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The word describes something that is overcooked or scorched.
Take a moment and think it through. When you’re ready to check, scroll down for the reveal.
Today’s Wordle Answer for July 22
If you’re still unsure and don’t want to risk breaking your streak, here’s today’s answer:
BURNT
What Does “Burnt” Mean?
The word burnt is the past tense and past participle of the verb burn. It can also be used as an adjective. Here are a few ways it’s commonly used:
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As a verb: “She accidentally burnt the toast.”
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As an adjective: “The pizza had a burnt crust.”
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As a color: In design or art, you might hear “burnt orange” or “burnt sienna” to describe warm, deep hues.
Tips for Tomorrow’s Wordle
While Wordle can feel random at times, there are a few solid strategies that can help you improve your odds:
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Start with a word that includes multiple vowels, like adieu, media, radio, or arise.
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Avoid repeating letters in your opening guess – you want to gather as much new information as possible.
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In your second guess, focus on common consonants like R, S, T, L, or N. Words like stern, atone, or irate are great second choices.
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Don’t reuse letters that came up gray in previous guesses – those letters aren’t in the word at all.
With a bit of strategy and pattern recognition, your odds of cracking the puzzle will go up each day.