Wordle Hints

Wordle #794

Wordle Hints and Answer for Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Stuck on today's Wordle? You're in the right place! Below you'll find hints that start vague and get more specific. Try to solve it with as few hints as possible.

Today's puzzle is rated Easy difficulty, so most players find this one straightforward. The answer is a noun, verb with 2 vowels and uses very common letters.

Difficulty: Easy
noun, verb

Letter Facts

Vowels
2
Consonants
3
Repeats
No
Letters
Very Common

Recommended Starting Words

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Recommended Starting Words

SLICECRISPARISE

Hints

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Starting Hint

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Starting Hint

This word relates to cooking and the kitchen. Think about what makes food taste interesting.

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Getting Warmer

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Getting Warmer

You would find this in a rack on your kitchen counter or in a cabinet. It often comes from plants.

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Letter Clue

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Letter Clue

The word starts with the letter S.

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Stronger Hint

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Stronger Hint

Cinnamon, paprika, and cumin are all examples of this. It can also mean adding excitement to something.

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Rhyming Clue

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Rhyming Clue

This word rhymes with MICE.

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Final Clue

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Final Clue

The word starts with S and ends with E. Pumpkin pie needs this in autumn recipes.

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Answer

SPICE

This word refers to aromatic substances derived from seeds, bark, roots, or other plant parts used to flavor food. Beyond cooking, the word can be used as a verb meaning to add excitement or variety to something, as in the phrase 'spice things up.' The word comes from the Old French 'espice' and has been central to trade and exploration throughout human history.

Strategy Tip

Today's puzzle uses very common letters that appear in many English words. When all your letters are common, focus on vowel placement early. Knowing whether the word has one or two vowels and their positions can dramatically narrow your options.