Wordle #582

Wordle Hints and Answer for Sunday, January 22, 2023

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Today's puzzle is rated Medium difficulty. The answer is a noun, adjective with 2 vowels and uses very common letters.

Difficulty: Medium

noun, adjective

Letter Facts

Vowels

Consonants

Repeats

Letters

Very Common

Recommended Starting Words

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Recommended Starting Words

STEAMMEATYEARLY

Hints

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Starting Hint

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Starting Hint

This word relates to friendship and companionship, often in an informal or playful context.

Getting Warmer

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Getting Warmer

You might hear this word on a ship or in pirate movies. It is a casual way to address someone.

Letter Clue

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Letter Clue

The word ends with the letter Y.

Stronger Hint

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Stronger Hint

A pirate might say: Ahoy, blank! Meaning friend, pal, or buddy.

Rhyming Clue

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Rhyming Clue

This word rhymes with WEIGHTY.

Final Clue

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Final Clue

It starts with M and ends with Y. Think of how a sailor greets a friend.

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Answer

MATEY

This word is a British and nautical slang term for a friend or companion, derived from the word mate with the affectionate suffix y added. It became popular through its association with sailors and pirates, often appearing in classic adventure stories and films. The word carries a warm, informal tone and is still used today in British English.

Strategy Tip

Today's puzzle contains two vowels placed in the middle of the word. When you have confirmed consonants at the start and end, try different vowel combinations in positions two and three to narrow down your options quickly.