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Word Deduction: instructions and practice
Start Word Deduction by looking at the playing area and its controls. Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Look at what changes after your first action. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
One thing to notice as you play
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Aim for this result
Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Take a moment to understand the current position.
The order of play
- Enter five letters.
- Green marks the correct position; gold marks an available copy elsewhere.
- Grey means no matching unused copy.
- Use the feedback to solve.
Making selections and moves
Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Try this example
An answer containing one E can award only one positive E mark in a guess containing two. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Keep the controls nearby.
A useful caution
Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer. Check the rule before repeating the action. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
If you are unsure
For my first round, what is the goal of Word Deduction?
The key detail is this: Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts.
For my first round, how do I control Word Deduction?
The key detail is this: Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Word Deduction?
For clarity: An answer containing one E can award only one positive E mark in a guess containing two.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Word Deduction?
Here is the relevant explanation: Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer.
When I return, what format does Word Deduction offer?
Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
Which play mode does Word Deduction use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
For this browser game, where should I start with Word Deduction?
Here is the relevant explanation: Enter five letters.
For this browser game, do I need an account or a payment for Word Deduction?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, how can I find Word Deduction again?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For my first round, how do I report an issue with Word Deduction?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.