5 Letter Words - Complete List of All 2349 Five-Letter Words
The complete list of all 2349 5 letter words and five-letter words accepted in Wordle. Includes comprehensive statistics, letter frequency analysis, and strategic insights for word games.
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How Many Words Are in Wordle?
The official Wordle dictionary contains exactly 2349 five-letter words. This is the complete list of words that can appear as solutions or be entered as valid guesses in the game.
Understanding the full scope of Wordle's word list is crucial for developing effective strategies. The game's creators carefully curated this list to include common English words while excluding offensive terms, proper nouns, and obscure vocabulary.
Key Facts About Wordle Words:
- ✓ All wordle words are exactly 5 letters long
- ✓ Only common English words from standard dictionaries
- ✓ No proper nouns, abbreviations, or offensive terms
- ✓ Includes both American and British English spellings
- ✓ Regular updates may add or remove words occasionally
Letter Frequency in Wordle Words
Understanding which letters appear most frequently in Wordle can dramatically improve your strategy. Here's a complete breakdown of letter frequency across all 2349 Wordle words:
| Rank | Letter | Appears in Words | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | E | 1247 | 10.62% |
| 2 | A | 995 | 8.47% |
| 3 | R | 909 | 7.74% |
| 4 | O | 767 | 6.53% |
| 5 | T | 739 | 6.29% |
| 6 | L | 727 | 6.19% |
| 7 | I | 684 | 5.82% |
| 8 | S | 679 | 5.78% |
| 9 | N | 582 | 4.96% |
| 10 | C | 480 | 4.09% |
| 11 | U | 478 | 4.07% |
| 12 | Y | 431 | 3.67% |
| 13 | D | 398 | 3.39% |
| 14 | H | 393 | 3.35% |
| 15 | P | 373 | 3.18% |
Pro Tip: The letter E appears in over 45% of all Wordle words, making it the most valuable letter to include in your opening guess. Letters like A, R, O, and T also appear very frequently and should be prioritized in your strategy.
Most Common Starting Letters in Wordle
Your first guess in Wordle sets the tone for the entire game. Knowing which letters most commonly start Wordle words can help you make more strategic opening moves. Here's the complete data:
| Letter | Words | % |
|---|---|---|
| S | 371 | 15.79% |
| C | 199 | 8.47% |
| B | 175 | 7.45% |
| T | 152 | 6.47% |
| P | 144 | 6.13% |
| A | 143 | 6.09% |
| F | 136 | 5.79% |
| G | 120 | 5.11% |
| D | 111 | 4.73% |
| M | 111 | 4.73% |
| R | 105 | 4.47% |
| L | 90 | 3.83% |
| W | 83 | 3.53% |
| Letter | Words | % |
|---|---|---|
| E | 72 | 3.07% |
| H | 70 | 2.98% |
| V | 43 | 1.83% |
| O | 42 | 1.79% |
| N | 38 | 1.62% |
| I | 35 | 1.49% |
| U | 34 | 1.45% |
| K | 23 | 0.98% |
| Q | 23 | 0.98% |
| J | 20 | 0.85% |
| Y | 6 | 0.26% |
| Z | 3 | 0.13% |
Strategic Insights:
- • S is the most common starting letter, appearing in over 15% of all Wordle words
- • Starting with C, B, T, or P also gives you excellent coverage
- • Words starting with X, Z, or Q are extremely rare - avoid these in your opening guess
- • Popular starting words like STARE, SLICE, and STONE leverage high-frequency starting letters
Most Common Ending Letters in Wordle
The final letter of a word is just as important as the first. Understanding ending letter patterns can help you narrow down possibilities quickly, especially in your later guesses.
| Letter | Words | % |
|---|---|---|
| E | 430 | 18.31% |
| Y | 369 | 15.71% |
| T | 255 | 10.86% |
| R | 215 | 9.15% |
| L | 157 | 6.68% |
| H | 141 | 6.00% |
| N | 130 | 5.53% |
| D | 120 | 5.11% |
| K | 113 | 4.81% |
| A | 68 | 2.89% |
| O | 61 | 2.60% |
| P | 57 | 2.43% |
| M | 42 | 1.79% |
| Letter | Words | % |
|---|---|---|
| G | 41 | 1.75% |
| S | 39 | 1.66% |
| C | 32 | 1.36% |
| F | 26 | 1.11% |
| W | 17 | 0.72% |
| I | 11 | 0.47% |
| B | 11 | 0.47% |
| X | 8 | 0.34% |
| Z | 4 | 0.17% |
| U | 2 | 0.09% |
Key Takeaways:
- • E is the most common ending letter, appearing in over 18% of Wordle solutions
- • Y, T, and R are also very common endings - prioritize testing these letters
- • Words ending in E account for nearly one in five Wordle words
- • Very few words end with Q, V, or J - these are safe to rule out early
- • Common endings like -ER, -LY, -ED, and -TE cover a significant portion of the word list
Winning Wordle Strategies Using This Word List
Now that you have access to the complete Wordle word list and comprehensive statistics, here are proven strategies to improve your game:
1. Choose Smart Starting Words
Your first guess should maximize letter coverage. Use high-scoring starting words like STARE, CRANE, SLATE, or ADIEU that include multiple high-frequency letters (E, A, R, O, T, I).
2. Use the Process of Elimination
After each guess, use our Word Finder tool to filter the remaining possibilities based on confirmed letters, positions, and excluded letters. This dramatically narrows your options.
3. Consider Letter Positions
Certain letters appear more frequently in specific positions. For example, S and C are common in position 1, while E and Y dominate position 5. Use this knowledge to make educated guesses.
4. Avoid Repeating Letters Early
In your first 2-3 guesses, prioritize words with unique letters to gather maximum information. Save words with repeated letters for when you've narrowed down the possibilities.
5. Learn Common Word Patterns
Familiarize yourself with common patterns like -TION, -OUGH, CH-, SH-, and -ER. Use our Word Finder tool to explore words by specific patterns and recognize these combinations quickly during gameplay.
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Most Common 5 Letter Words in Wordle
Not all 5 letter words are created equal! Some appear more frequently in Wordle than others. Knowing the most common 5 letter words can give you a significant strategic advantage:
💡 Strategy Tip: Words like STARE, AROSE, and RAISE are popular because they test the most common vowels (A, E) and frequent consonants (S, R, T). Using these as opening words gives you maximum information. For more proven starting words, check our Best Wordle Starting Words guide.
5 Letter Words Organized by Category
Looking for 5 letter words by theme? Here are some common categories to help you find the perfect word:
🦁 Animals
🎨 Colors
🏃 Actions
🍕 Food
5 Letter Words with Repeated Letters
Double letter words can be tricky in Wordle! Knowing common 5 letter words with repeated lettershelps you avoid getting stuck when one letter appears twice:
Double Vowels (Most Common)
Words with double E (EE) or double O (OO) are very common in Wordle answers.
Double Consonants
Double L, double S, and double R are the most frequent repeated consonants.
⚠️ Pro Warning: Don't rule out double letters too early! Many players assume each letter appears once, but about 30% of Wordle answers contain repeated letters. If you're stuck, try our Wordle Solver which accounts for both single and repeated letter patterns.
Quick Tips to Find the Right 5 Letter Word
Searching through 12,000+ five letter words can be overwhelming. Here are the fastest ways tofind 5 letter words that match your needs:
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Focus on Common Letter Patterns
Words with E, A, R, O, T are most likely. The letter frequency section above shows which letters appear most often.