Thursday, August 14, 2025

Wordle #1517 — Hints & Answer

Extreme5 letters1 vowelHas a repeatStarts with a consonant
1How hard is it?
This one is a real brain-bender — one of the trickier puzzles, and the answer is a moderately common word.
2Reveal a clue
The bell toll that spells doom. Silent start, doubled finish.
3How many vowels?
Count on 1 vowel.
4Which vowels?
The vowel to work with: E.
5Any repeated letters?
There is a repeat. If you're stuck, try doubling a letter you've already confirmed.
6Reveal the first letter
First letter: K.
7Reveal the last letter
It ends with L.

The answer

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The answer is
KNELL

KNELL — The solemn sound of a bell, especially for a death.

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Common questions

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What is the Wordle answer for Thursday, August 14, 2025?

KNELL is the answer to Wordle #1517 — tucked behind a spoiler button above so you only see it on purpose.

What letters does Wordle #1517 start and end with?

It starts with K and ends with L.

How many vowels does the Thursday, August 14, 2025 Wordle have?

Just one vowel — E.

Does the answer have any repeated letters?

Yes. If your greens and yellows aren't adding up, try repeating a confirmed letter.

When does the next Wordle come out?

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