In a recent Wordle challenge, the opening guess “CLOUT” proved to be an unfortunate choice, leaving a significant 666 possible solutions. The subsequent guess, “BRAIN,” narrowed the field to 64 potential words, still a considerable number. “SPEAK” offered a more significant reduction, leaving only three possibilities: SAVVY, SAGGY, and SASSY. The player opted for SAVVY, deeming a word with three identical letters less likely to be the correct answer, a strategy that proved successful.
Competitive Wordle score
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the player’s performance resulted in zero points for a four-guess solution and a deduction of one point for being outperformed by the Wordle Bot. The Bot,conversely,earned one point for a three-guess solution and an additional point for defeating the player. This outcome has shifted the competitive standings for July, with the Wordle Bot now holding a one-point lead:
Erik: 8 points
Wordle Bot: 9 points
How To Play Competitive Wordle
- A Wordle solved in 1 guess earns 3 points; 2 guesses earn 2 points; 3 guesses earn 1 point; 4 guesses earn 0 points; 5 guesses earn -1 point; 6 guesses earn -2 points. Failing to solve the Wordle results in -3 points.
- An additional point is awarded for defeating an opponent, while a tie results in 0 points, and a loss incurs -1 point. The total score is the sum of these points. Players can maintain a running score or record a new score daily.
- Fridays offer double points (2XP), applying to both positive and negative scores.
- Players may choose to track their scores over time or simply play for the daily result.
Today’s Wordle Etymology
The word “savvy” originates from the West Indies Creole term “sabi,” meaning “to know.” This, in turn, derives from the Portuguese “saber” or Spanish “saber,” both of which translate to “to know.” These words trace their roots back to the Latin verb “sapere,” signifying “to be wise” or “to have taste.”
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