Thursday, July 16, 2026
Wordle #1853 — Hints & Answer
1How hard is it?
This one is about average difficulty, and the answer is a very common, everyday word.
2Reveal a clue
A flat-topped hill straight out of a Western. Tricky double letter.
3How many vowels?
Count on 2 vowels.
4Which vowels?
The vowels to work with: U, 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: B.
7Reveal the last letter
It ends with E.
The answer
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The answer is
BUTTE
BUTTE — An isolated steep-sided hill with a flat top.
Common questions
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What is the Wordle answer for Thursday, July 16, 2026?
BUTTE is the answer to Wordle #1853 — tucked behind a spoiler button above so you only see it on purpose.
What letters does Wordle #1853 start and end with?
It starts with B and ends with E.
How many vowels does the Thursday, July 16, 2026 Wordle have?
2 vowels — U and E.
Does the answer have any repeated letters?
Yes. If your greens and yellows aren't adding up, try repeating a confirmed letter.
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