Wordle Daily Update: Solution Revealed for May 3, 2025
The daily phenomenon that is Wordle has taken the world by storm, with thousands of players worldwide attempting to solve the puzzle every day. As reported by Mashable, the popular word-based game continues to captivate audiences with its simple yet challenging gameplay.
For those unfamiliar with Wordle, the game was originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner. However, it rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with alternate versions created by fans, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. According to Mashable, Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
So, what’s the best Wordle starting word? Mashable suggests that the best starting word is one that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N. However, the best starting word is ultimately the one that speaks to you.
For players who may have missed out on previous puzzles, it’s worth noting that the entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it. However, the archive was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating that it was done at the request of the New York Times. As Mashable reports, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Some players may be wondering if Wordle is getting harder. According to Mashable, Wordle isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. However, players can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if they’re after more of a challenge.
For those looking for a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer, Mashable provides the following clue: "A chump." Additionally, players can rest assured that there are no recurring letters in today’s puzzle.
As reported by Mashable, today’s Wordle starts with the letter P and is a 5-letter word. With that in mind, players can make their final guesses before the solution is revealed.
The solution to today’s Wordle is… PATSY. Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time – there will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and Mashable will be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
In related news, Mashable also provides coverage of other popular puzzles and games, including Mahjong, Sudoku, and free crossword. For more information, be sure to check out Mashable’s games hub.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
