Monday, January 5, 2026
Wordle #1661 — Hints & Answer
1How hard is it?
This one is on the tougher side — take your time, and the answer is a fairly common word.
2Reveal a clue
A young racehorse — the 'she' kind.
3How many vowels?
Count on 1 vowel.
4Which vowels?
The vowel to work with: I.
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: F.
7Reveal the last letter
It ends with Y.
The answer
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The answer is
FILLY
FILLY — A young female horse.
Common questions
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What is the Wordle answer for Monday, January 5, 2026?
FILLY is the answer to Wordle #1661 — tucked behind a spoiler button above so you only see it on purpose.
What letters does Wordle #1661 start and end with?
It starts with F and ends with Y.
How many vowels does the Monday, January 5, 2026 Wordle have?
Just one vowel — I.
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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