Game guide · SYNTAXCODER
An introduction to playing Word Deduction
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Word Deduction. Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Look at what changes after your first action. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
A focus for your next round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your objective
Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
How a round unfolds
- Enter five letters.
- Green marks the correct position; gold marks an available copy elsewhere.
- Grey means no matching unused copy.
- Use the feedback to solve.
Making selections and moves
Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter. Use the control method described here for this activity. Look at the feedback after the action.
See how the rules apply
An answer containing one E can award only one positive E mark in a guess containing two. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
A few questions answered
When I return, what is the goal of Word Deduction?
Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts.
For my first round, how do I control Word Deduction?
Keep this in mind: Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Word Deduction?
For clarity: With APPLE as the answer and ALLEE as the guess, the first A and final E are in the right places. The extra L and E are not both counted as present.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Word Deduction?
For clarity: Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer.
While learning, what format does Word Deduction offer?
Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
Before I begin, which play mode does Word Deduction use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
While reading the Guide, where should I start with Word Deduction?
Enter five letters.
As a new player, do I need an account or a payment for Word Deduction?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
Before I begin, how can I find Word Deduction again?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For a quick reminder, how do I report an issue with Word Deduction?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.