Unique · Wordle alternative

Semantle

Guess by meaning, not letters

4.2/5·Hard·10-30 min·daily·Free

Find the secret word using semantic similarity. No letter hints - just how close in meaning your guess is.

Why Semantle is a great Wordle alternative

Semantle is a unique game that takes the Wordle formula somewhere unexpected — worth a try if the standard grid feels stale.

Our takeThe Dark Souls of word games - brutally clever
Pros
  • +Deep semantic play
  • +Uses Word2vec AI
  • +Highly challenging
Cons
  • Extremely difficult
  • Can take 100+ guesses
Best for
Puzzle masochistsLinguists
Skip if

you need quick wins

Made by David TurnerLaunched 2022

Frequently asked

Is Semantle free to play?

Yes — Semantle is free to play in your browser, no signup required.

Is Semantle like Wordle?

Yes. Semantle is a unique puzzle that follows the same daily-guess-and-feedback pattern Wordle popularized — you guess, the game tells you how close you were, and you try again. It takes the Wordle formula somewhere unexpected — worth a try if the standard grid feels stale.

How do you play Semantle?

Find the secret word using semantic similarity. No letter hints - just how close in meaning your guess is. A typical round takes 10-30 min.

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