Introduction
Looking for today’s Wordle answer? We’ve got Wordle hints first, then today’s answer for NYT Wordle No. 1,946 for Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026.
Today’s Wordle might be tricky. It has unusual letters and one double letter. Read on for hints and the answer.
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How to Use the Hints
Before we show you today’s Wordle answer, we’ll give you some hints. If you don’t want a spoiler, look away now.
Wordle hint No. 1: Repeats
Today’s Wordle answer has one repeated letter.
Wordle hint No. 2: Vowels
Today’s Wordle answer has two vowels.
Wordle hint No. 3: First letter
Today’s Wordle answer begins with G.
Wordle hint No. 4: Last letter
Today’s Wordle answer ends with E
The Word's Meaning
Today’s Wordle answer can refer to an embarrassing mistake.
Today's Solution
Today’s Wordle answer is GAFFE.
Yesterday’s Wordle answer
Yesterday’s Wordle answer, Oct. 16, No. 1,945, was SHADY.
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