Daily Wordle Clues (and Solution) for Monday, 21st April, 2025
Are you struggling to crack today's Wordle puzzle? Look no further, pal! April 21, 2025's (Wordle #1402) answer is coming your way, loaded with tips, tricks, and strategies to help you solve it. Hold onto your hat, because this one's a tough cookie!
Line 'em up: Wordle basics,Pop on over to the New York Times website to play Wordle. Every day, a new puzzle goes live at midnight, your local time. Fire up your brain and start guessing a five-letter word[1].
Green means right, yellow means close, and gray means nowhere[1]. Dive deeper into the game by checking out our guides: Playing Wordle, my strategy guide, or catch up on essentials at the end of this article[1].
Ready for some hints? Let's roll!
Any surprises today?
What are common letters? Picture ETAOIN SHRDLU in your mind—bet you can remember that, huh? Today's puzzle mostly sticks to the script, with only one unusual letter[1].
What's the lowdown on today's Wordle?
Think "a lot all at once."[1]
Double-dipped letters? No way!
No repeating letters in today's puzzle.[1]
Vowels count? You bet!
There's two vowels in today's Wordle answer.[1]
Let's kick things off!
Today's word starts with S, and it wraps up with E.[1]
The final solution reveal,
Wanna know the deets? Here we go: SPATE[1]. Today's Wordle is a powerful noun, symbolizing an unexpected rush or spurt of something[2][3].
How 'bout I walk you through how I cracked it? First up was RAISE and NOTCH. KLANG helped me narrow down possible fifth letters[1]. Then, BAM!, I guessed SPATE, leaving no other options[1].
Looking back: Yesterday's game,
Yesterday's Wordle was a bit of a challenge. The hint was "a cover," and the answer had four common letters and one non-standard letter[1]. What was it? You guessed it—PATCH[1].
The nuts and bolts of Wordle,
You're tasked with figuring out the daily secret word[1]. The grid reveals colors based on your guesses:
- Green = Correct letters, correct position
- Yellow = Correct letters, wrong position
- Gray = Wrong letter[1]
Remember to choose starting words that pack a bunch of common letters[1]. If all grays show up when guessing common letters, that's still helpful intel[1]. What are smart starters? Here are some examples[1]:
- CRANE
- TRACE
- SLANT
- CRATE
- CARTE
Or try ARISE, ROUND to start with an emphasis on consonants[1].
Winning is everything,
We have a few strategies detailed in our guides: Using consonants, a common letters approach, and an advanced guide[1].
Eliminating possibilities is key to winning fast. If you crack that the solution must end in -OUND, don't waste guesses on MOUND, ROUND, SOUND, or HOUND, etc. Combine consonants and guess SMAR[1], for example.
Want more five-letter word games? Well, scknowledge your inner Wheeldle, Dordle, Quordle, Waffle fan[1]. Plenty of alternatives to keep you busy[1]!
[1] - Base Article[2] - Enrichment Data: Definition[3] - Enrichment Data: Letters[4] - Enrichment Data: Spoiler Tip[5] - Enrichment Data: Difficulty
- For those still grappling with today's Wordle puzzle, the answer from April 21, 2025 (Wordle #1402) is an intriguing noun that signifies an abrupt surge or flow.
- Among the popular five-letter word games, Wordle stands out as a beacon of entertainment, offering puzzles, tips, and strategies to exercise the mind daily.
- In yesterday's Wordle game, the hint was "a cover," and the answer had four common letters and one unconventional letter - PATCH.
- In your Wordle strategy, consider starting with a well-chosen word like CRATE, which is rich in common letters, helping you gain valuable insights early on.
- As the New York Times website becomes a regular part of the daily routine for many, social-media platforms buzz with Wordle discussions, making it a shared entertainment experience enjoyed by all.


