Struggling with today's Wordle? Don't worry — we've got hints to help you solve it yourself, plus the full answer when you're ready. Here's everything you need for Wordle #1668 on Monday, January 12, 2026.
🟩 Today's Wordle Info
- Date: January 12th, 2026
- Puzzle Number: #1668
- Difficulty: Medium ⭐⭐⭐
- Resets: Midnight local time
Today's puzzle is moderately challenging.
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🔍 Wordle Hints for January 12, 2026
Try these hints before scrolling to the answer. We'll start vague and get more specific!
The word has 2 vowels.
It starts with the letter "T".
It ends with the letter "L".
No, all letters are unique.
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🎯 More Specific Hints
If you need more help, here are some stronger hints:
The word starts with "TR".
The word ends with "AL".
The vowels in this word are: I, A
✅ Wordle Answer Today — January 12, 2026
⚠️ Spoiler Alert! The answer is revealed below.
Wordle #1668 Answer:
The answer is TRIAL
What Does "TRIAL" Mean?
Try looking up the definition of TRIAL to learn more about this word and see related words you can use in future games!
Why Today's Wordle Was Tricky
“TRIAL” is tricky because it’s a super common word with multiple meanings (a court trial, a test run, “on trial”), so early guesses can get pulled in the wrong direction. Plus, it uses I as the only vowel and a fairly common ending (-IAL) that overlaps with lots of lookalikes (like trail, trial, viral), so one wrong letter can keep you circling.
Fun Fact About "TRIAL"
It comes from an old French word meaning “to sift” or “to pick out”—which fits perfectly, because a trial is literally a process of separating truth from doubt (and in Wordle, separating the right letters from the wrong ones 😄).
Best Starting Word for Today
If you were starting fresh, TRAIN would have been an excellent choice for today's puzzle, as it shares common letters with the answer.
Common Wrong Guesses
Many players today guessed TRAIN, TRAIT, TRIAD, TRILL, TRIALS, GRAIL, FRAIL, VITAL, TIDAL before finding the correct answer. These words share similar letter patterns with TRIAL.
🎮 Wordle Strategies & Tips
1. Start with Vowel-Rich Words
Words like ADIEU, AUDIO, or RAISE help identify vowels quickly.
2. Use Common Consonants
R, S, T, L, N appear in many words. Try STERN, TRAIL, or SLANT.
3. Avoid Repeating Gray Letters
Once a letter is gray, don't use it again — it's not in the word.
4. Position Yellow Letters
Yellow means right letter, wrong spot. Try it in different positions.
Best Wordle Starting Words
- CRANE — Recommended by NYT's WordleBot
- SLATE — Great vowel and consonant coverage
- TRACE — Common letters, good distribution
- ADIEU — Four vowels to start
- ROAST — Popular choice among players
About Wordle
Wordle is a daily word puzzle game created by Josh Wardle and now owned by The New York Times. Players have 6 attempts to guess a 5-letter word, with color-coded feedback after each guess:
- 🟩 Green = Correct letter, correct position
- 🟨 Yellow = Correct letter, wrong position
- ⬜ Gray = Letter not in the word
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is today's Wordle answer (January 12, 2026)?
Today's Wordle answer for January 12, 2026 (Wordle #1668) is TRIAL.
What time does Wordle reset?
Wordle resets at midnight local time in your timezone.
Is Wordle free to play?
Yes! Wordle is free to play on the New York Times website and app.
How many guesses do I get in Wordle?
You get 6 guesses to find the correct 5-letter word.