Wordle today: The answer and hints for February 8, 2026
Here are some tips and tricks to help you find the answer to "Wordle" #1695.
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Wordle today (May 8, 2026) answer: UMBRA. This word refers to the darkest part of a shadow, and it begins with a vowel and has two vowels in total. It has no repeated letters, which aligns with typical Wordle patterns for this date.[1][3]
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Quick hints if you’re stuck:
- Starts with U and ends with A.
- Contains two vowels; no repeated letters.
- Common in scientific or literary contexts.
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How the date ties in:
- May 8, 2026 corresponds to puzzle #1784 in the NYT Wordle sequence, which is the Friday puzzle for that week.[3][6]
If you’d like, I can provide a brief walkthrough of how to approach this Wordle with a generic strategy (vowel placement, consonant testing) or help you compare this date to nearby days.[6][1]