Today’s NYT Wordle Answer and Hints for May 21 (Puzzle #1797)

Wordle looks simple on the surface. A five letter word and six guesses should be enough. But some days, the puzzle pushes back. Today’s word is one of those cases where your usual approach may not work as expected.

Below, you’ll find today’s Wordle answer, yesterday’s answer, and everything you need to understand the game clearly so you can improve your streak over time.

Today’s Wordle Answer

What Is Wordle?

Wordle is a daily word puzzle from the New York Times where you guess a five-letter word in six tries. Every player around the world gets the same word each day, and the puzzle resets at midnight.

After each guess, the game gives feedback using colors:

• Green: Correct letter in the correct position
• Yellow: Correct letter in the wrong position
• Gray: Letter not in the word

This simple system is what makes Wordle addictive. You are not just guessing words, you are slowly narrowing down possibilities with logic.

How to Play Wordle

The goal is simple, but the strategy is what makes the difference.

• Start with a strong five-letter word
• Use your second guess to test new letters
• Avoid repeating letters early unless confirmed
• Use color feedback to guide every next guess

Each guess should give you new information. If a guess does not eliminate or confirm letters, it wastes a move.

If you’re working on multiple puzzles, you can also check our Letroso answers guide and NYT Connections answer guide for today’s hints and solutions.

Answer History (Recent)

Here are some recent Wordle answers:

Tracking past answers helps you avoid repeating guesses that are unlikely to appear again immediately.

Final Thoughts

Today’s Wordle is a reminder that difficulty in this game is not about word length or complexity, but about letter familiarity. When common patterns disappear, even simple words become difficult.

If you got CHUMP within a few guesses, that is a strong solve. If not, that is exactly how Wordle is designed to feel.

Come back tomorrow for the next answer, and keep your streak going.

You must read:

• Today’s NYT Strands Answer and Hints
• Today’s NYT Connections Answer
• Letroso Answers Today and History