Why does Wordle still remain so popular?
Three years since it first launched, Wordle continues to be a daily ritual for millions of players worldwide. Its simple format, limited guesses, and once-a-day challenge make it uniquely addictive. It’s a quick mental workout, and the social aspect of sharing your results (without spoiling the word) keeps people engaged.
Since The New York Times acquired it in early 2022, Wordle has been integrated into their larger puzzle ecosystem, growing alongside popular games like the Mini and Connections.
Want some hints before you peek?
If you’re still playing and need a few nudges, here are your clues:
How many vowels are in today’s Wordle?
There are three vowels in the word — and yes, one of them is repeated.
Does it include any double letters?
Yes! One letter shows up twice in this five-letter word.
What kind of word is it?
It’s a verb, commonly used in sustainability or eco-friendly conversations.
Can you give me a definition?
Sure! Think of recycling or repurposing something. If you take an old box and use it again, you do this.
Need one final clue?
Here you go:
“When you take a cardboard delivery box and give it a second lease of life, you’re doing this.”
What’s the answer to today’s Wordle puzzle?
The answer to today’s Wordle (#1449 for June 7, 2025) is:
🟩 REUSE 🟩
It’s a simple but powerful word, especially in today’s eco-conscious world.
What was yesterday’s Wordle answer?
In case you missed it, Wordle #1448 on June 6 was EDIFY — a slightly more complex word that means to instruct or improve, especially morally or intellectually. That “Y” at the end probably tripped up quite a few players!
What are the recent Wordle answers this week?
Keeping track of previous Wordle answers can help you avoid repeats and spot trends. Here’s a quick recap of recent puzzles:
- June 2 (1444): PREEN
- June 3 (1445): ADMIN
- June 4 (1446): CEASE
- June 5 (1447): DATUM
- June 6 (1448): EDIFY
- June 7 (1449): REUSE
None of these words are likely to repeat soon, so feel free to experiment with them in your future guesses — especially as openers to test letter positioning.
What’s the best strategy to start Wordle puzzles?
A strong starting word can be the difference between solving the puzzle in 3 tries or 6. According to most data analysts and Wordle fans, the most common letters in five-letter English words are E, A, R, O, and T. Words like “SLATE,” “CRANE,” “AUDIO,” and “RAISE” are popular choices among regular players.
If you’re tired of your usual starters, you can switch it up daily by tracking which letters have recently been in answers. With “REUSE” today and “EDIFY” yesterday, “E” appears quite frequently — you might want to begin with a vowel-heavy word next time.
Are there other daily New York Times puzzles to try?
Absolutely! Alongside Wordle, The New York Times features several engaging daily games. Here’s what’s trending today, June 7:
- NYT Connections puzzle #727 – Group related words into color-coded categories.
- NYT Mini Crossword – A quick but challenging crossword puzzle, perfect for a few minutes of brain exercise.
- Strands puzzle – Still in beta but rapidly growing in popularity. You find hidden theme-based words in a letter grid.
- Connections: Sports Edition – A fun spin-off for sports fans.
Each of these games adds variety to your daily word and logic routine. If Wordle’s getting too easy or repetitive, give one of these puzzles a go — they’re free on the NYT Games site.
