Introduction
The New York Times Wordle puzzle for Friday, September 18, 2026, is #1917, and it features a winter-themed five-letter word. If you’re stuck, we’ve got spoiler-free hints, the full answer, and solving tips to keep your streak alive.
Spoiler-Free Hints for Wordle #1917
- The word has five letters.
- It contains only one vowel.
- Starts with the letter ‘S’.
- Ends with the letter ‘Y’.
- No letters repeat.
- It describes something covered in frozen precipitation.
Wordle Strategies for Today
A strong opening word with common vowels and consonants helps. Pay attention to green and yellow tiles, and eliminate impossible letters early. Today’s single-vowel structure makes it tricky.
Answer Revealed
The answer to Wordle #1917 is SNOWY. It means covered with snow or resembling snow. The word comes from Old English ‘snāwig’, combining ‘snāw’ (snow) with the suffix ‘-y’. Common wrong guesses included SANDY, STONY, and SNARE.
Why Today Was Tough
The lack of repeated letters and a single vowel removed shortcuts many solvers rely on. Success depended on recognizing the winter theme and locking in the ‘S’ and ‘Y’ bookends.
How Wordle Works
Each day, Wordle hides a five-letter word. You have six attempts. Green tiles mean correct letter in correct position; yellow means correct letter in wrong spot; gray means letter not in the word. A balanced first guess speeds up the process.
More NYT Games
After Wordle, try Connections, Strands, or the Mini Crossword. Each offers a unique daily challenge.