Wordle Today: Wordle answer and hints for September 4

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We have the solution to Wordle on September 4, as well as some helpful hints to help you figure out the answer yourself, right here. We’ve placed the answer at the bottom of the page, so we don’t ruin the surprise before you’ve had a chance to work through the clues. So let’s dive in, starting with a reminder of yesterday’s answer.

 

Yesterday’s Wordle Answer

To refresh your memory, yesterday’s Wordle answer was “FAINT.” So, today’s answer definitely isn’t “FAINT.” Use this to narrow down your guesses.

 

Hints for Today’s Wordle

Still stuck? Here are some hints to help you solve today’s puzzle without giving the answer away:

  1. The word includes the letter N.
  2. It uses one vowel.
  3. It describes a very strict person.

If you’re ready for the answer, you can find it below. If you want to work through the clues first, you might want to try some of the hints and starting words provided.

 

Today’s Wordle Answer

The solution to today’s Wordle is STERN.

Definition of Today’s Wordle Answer:

  • Nautical Term: In sailing, the “stern” is the back part of a ship, opposite the bow (front).
  • General Use: When describing a person, “stern” means strict or severe in demeanor. For instance, a stern teacher might be very strict and not easily swayed by misbehavior.
  • Other Uses: Less commonly, “stern” can be a surname or place name, but it mostly implies seriousness or formality.

 

Tips for Tomorrow’s Wordle

To increase your chances of solving tomorrow’s puzzle:

  • Start with a good first word: Aim for a word with lots of vowels. Popular choices include “adieu,” “media,” “arise,” and “radio.” Avoid words with double letters to maximize your guesses.
  • Follow up with common consonants: Once you know which vowels are in the word, use common consonants like R, S, and T in your next guesses. Words like “stern,” “irate,” and “atone” are good options.
  • Avoid reusing gray letters: Letters that didn’t appear in your previous guesses should not be used again.

Good luck with tomorrow’s Wordle!