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Word Deduction: instructions and practice
Start Word Deduction by looking at the playing area and its controls. Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Look at what changes after your first action. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Look at what changes after your first action.
Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
A focus for your next round
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your objective
Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Check the rules when you are unsure.
The playing sequence
- Enter five letters.
- Green marks the correct position; gold marks an available copy elsewhere.
- Grey means no matching unused copy.
- Use the feedback to solve.
Making selections and moves
Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. A new-round button replaces the current round.
See how the rules apply
With APPLE as the answer and ALLEE as the guess, the first A and final E are in the right places. The extra L and E are not both counted as present. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Consider the next action carefully.
A useful caution
Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer. Check the rule before repeating the action. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Clarifying the way this game works
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Word Deduction?
The key detail is this: Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts.
As a new player, how do I control Word Deduction?
The key detail is this: Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Word Deduction?
With APPLE as the answer and ALLEE as the guess, the first A and final E are in the right places. The extra L and E are not both counted as present.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Word Deduction?
Here is the relevant explanation: Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer.
While reading the Guide, what format does Word Deduction offer?
The key detail is this: Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
As a new player, which play mode does Word Deduction use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
On this playing page, where should I start with Word Deduction?
Enter five letters.
For a quick reminder, do I need an account or a payment for Word Deduction?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
On this playing page, how can I find Word Deduction again?
Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
As a new player, how do I report an issue with Word Deduction?
Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
