Wordle #51

Wordle Hints and Answer for Monday, August 9, 2021

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Today's puzzle is rated Medium difficulty. The answer is a noun with 2 vowels and uses very common letters, including at least one repeated letter.

Difficulty: Medium

noun

Letter Facts

Vowels

Consonants

Repeats

Yes

Letters

Very Common

Recommended Starting Words

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Recommended Starting Words

ALIENINNERLEARN

Hints

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Starting Hint

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Starting Hint

This word relates to fabrics and textiles you might find around the house.

Getting Warmer

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Getting Warmer

You might find this material in bed sheets, tablecloths, or napkins. It has been used for thousands of years.

Letter Clue

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Letter Clue

The word contains the letter N more than once.

Stronger Hint

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Stronger Hint

This natural fabric comes from the flax plant and is known for being lightweight and breathable in summer.

Rhyming Clue

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Rhyming Clue

This word rhymes with WOMEN.

Final Clue

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Final Clue

It starts with L and ends with N. Think of crisp white sheets or a summer suit fabric.

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Answer

LINEN

Linen is one of the oldest textiles in the world, made from fibers of the flax plant. Ancient Egyptians used linen for mummification wrappings and it was considered a symbol of purity and wealth. The word comes from the Latin word 'linum' meaning flax.

Strategy Tip

Today's word has a repeated letter, which can be tricky. When you have confirmed some letters but still cannot solve it, consider that one of your green or yellow letters might appear twice in the word.