Feeling utterly stumped by today's Wordle? You're not alone! January 11th's puzzle (#1667) is proving to be a real head-scratcher, and if you're anything like me, the starting letter is one you'd never guess. But don't throw in the towel just yet! We're here to give you the hints and, ultimately, the answer you need to keep your Wordle streak alive. We'll also point you to some resources that can help you conquer Wordle, Mini Crossword, Connections, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands puzzles.
Need a leg up on future Wordles? Check out our guide to the most frequently used letters in the English language. It could be the secret weapon you need! You can find it here: [link to letter frequency article].
And if you're curious about which words have tripped up Wordle players the most, a recent study revealed the top 10 toughest Wordles of 2025! You can read about it here: [link to toughest words article].
Okay, let's get down to business. You're here for hints, and we're here to provide them. But first, a word of warning: spoilers ahead! If you want to preserve the challenge, look away now.
Today's Wordle Hints (January 11, #1667):
Wordle Hint No. 1: Repeats
This might be welcome news: Today's Wordle answer contains no repeated letters. That narrows things down considerably, right?
Wordle Hint No. 2: Vowels
See AlsoStranger Things 5 Ending Explained: Is Eleven Dead or Alive? Duffer Brothers InterviewNSW Community Bands Fight for Survival: The Impact of Funding CutsN3on's Luxury Yacht Adventure in Perth with UFC Star Jack Della MaddalenaThe word features two vowels. Keeping vowel placement in mind is often key!
Wordle Hint No. 3: First Letter
This is the big one... The Wordle answer begins with the letter Q. Q?!
Wordle Hint No. 4: Last Letter
The Wordle ends with the letter K.
Wordle Hint No. 5: Meaning
The answer refers to a type of elementary particle. Think physics!
Ready for the answer? Here it comes...
TODAY'S WORDLE ANSWER (January 11, #1667):
The Wordle answer for today is QUARK.
Did you get it? Let us know in the comments!
Yesterday's Wordle Answer:
In case you missed it, yesterday's (January 10, #1666) Wordle answer was MANIC.
Recent Wordle Answers:
- January 6, #1662: OOMPH
- January 7, #1663: PECAN
- January 8, #1664: BLAST
- January 9, #1665: EIGHT
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Okay, back to Wordle strategy! One of the biggest debates in the Wordle community revolves around the best starting word. Some people swear by ADIEU, while others prefer something like TRAIN or STARE. But here's where it gets controversial... Is there really a single "best" starting word, or does it all come down to personal preference and playing style?
Don't underestimate the power of understanding letter frequencies! Our tip sheet, ranking all the letters in the alphabet by how often they appear in English words, is a great resource. [link to letter frequency article] The general idea is to prioritize words with common letters like E, A, and R, while avoiding less common letters like Z, J, and Q (although Q clearly came in handy today!).
Here are some solid starter words to consider:
- ADIEU
- TRAIN
- CLOSE
- STARE
- NOISE
Ultimately, the best Wordle strategy is the one that works best for you. Experiment with different starting words, pay attention to letter frequencies, and most importantly, have fun!
So, what's your go-to Wordle starting word? Do you think letter frequency is the key to success, or is there another strategy that you find more effective? Share your thoughts and strategies in the comments below! We'd love to hear from you.
