CROSS — 5-Letter Wordle Word Analysis
Letter frequency breakdown, position stats, word meaning, and a full solve walkthrough.
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Solve Walkthrough
0 correct, 1 present, 4 absent
0 correct, 3 present, 2 absent
✓ Answer found!
Word Meaning
1. A geometrical figure consisting of two straight lines or bars intersecting each other such that at least one of them is bisected by the other.
2. Any geometric figure having this or a similar shape, such as a cross of Lorraine or a Maltese cross.
1. To make or form a cross.
2. To move relatively.
1. Transverse; lying across the main direction.
2. Opposite, opposed to.
"Put a cross for a wrong answer and a tick for a right one."
Letter Structure
Strategy Insights
Opening Word
Starting with slate to test high-frequency letters. This opener helps eliminate or confirm common letters quickly.
Key Breakthrough
revealed cross 5 positions .
This breakthrough significantly narrowed down the possibilities, leading toward the solution.
Elimination Pattern
Letters ruled out during the solve:
Eliminating these 6 letters helped focus on the remaining candidates.
Difficulty Rating
Solved in 3 guesses Excellent efficiency!
Letter Analysis
Letter Heatmap for 5-Letter Words
How often each letter appears in 5-letter words in our dictionary. Letters highlighted in the answer word are shown in green.
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FAQ — CROSS as a Wordle Answer
Is CROSS a good Wordle starting word?
It tests r(41%), o(28%), s(29%), s(29%), which are among the most common letters. CC at the start is less common (8%) which is a trade-off.
How many 5-letter words start with CR?
61 words in our dictionary start with CR. See the full list with difficulty ratings on the CR words page.