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Rules, controls and help for Word Deduction
Open Word Deduction, check the instructions and begin a round. Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Use the example below to understand a decision. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
Something to practise
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Aim for this result
Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Step by step
- 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.
Your inputs
Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter. Use the control method described here for this activity. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Work through an example
An answer containing one E can award only one positive E mark in a guess containing two. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Pay attention to this rule
Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer. Check the rule before repeating the action. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Answers about the rules and controls
Before I begin, what is the goal of Word Deduction?
Keep this in mind: Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts.
For my first round, how do I control Word Deduction?
For clarity: Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter.
What example helps explain Word Deduction?
Keep this in mind: An answer containing one E can award only one positive E mark in a guess containing two.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Word Deduction?
Here is the relevant explanation: Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer.
On this playing page, what format does Word Deduction offer?
For clarity: Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Word Deduction use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
While learning, where should I start with Word Deduction?
Keep this in mind: Enter five letters.
For this browser game, do I need an account or a payment for Word Deduction?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For this browser game, how can I find Word Deduction again?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
When I return, how do I report an issue with Word Deduction?
The key detail is this: 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.
