Stuck on Wordle #1618? You’re not alone! Today’s puzzle features duplicate letters and just one vowel, making it trickier than usual for a Sunday morning. Whether you need a gentle nudge or the full answer, we’ve got you covered without spoiling the fun too early.

NYT Wordle Puzzle Overview

Puzzle Details	Information
Puzzle Number	#1618
Date	November 23, 2025
Difficulty	Medium-Hard
Average Guesses	4.4 attempts
Special Features	Repeated letter, one vowel

Strategic Hints (No Spoilers!)

Before we reveal anything, try these clues to solve it yourself:

Hint 1: The word starts with the letter B

Hint 2: There’s one set of duplicate letters in the middle positions

Hint 3: It contains only one vowel, and it’s not at the beginning

Hint 4: It’s a noun you’d use in everyday conversation

Hint 5: Think synonyms like ‘rabbit’ and ‘hare’

Hint 6: A child’s term for a rabbit

Still stumped? Keep scrolling for the answer below!

Today’s Wordle Answer

The answer to Wordle #1618 (November 23, 2025) is: BUNNY

While the word felt “out of season” to many players since it’s associated with Easter, it perfectly fits Wordle’s pattern of using common, playful vocabulary. The repeated ‘N’ in the middle threw off many guessers who expected different letter combinations.

Why This Puzzle Was Tricky

The doubled letter sitting in the middle positions forced players to rethink their usual elimination strategies. Many wasted guesses trying different consonant combinations before landing on the double-N pattern. Puzzles with Y at the end are typically solved more slowly on average, adding another layer of difficulty.

Pro Tips to Improve Your Wordle Game

Start Strong: Open with vowel-rich words like ADIEU, AUDIO, RAISE, or STONE to maximize early information.

Watch for Doubles: Don’t forget words can have repeated letters—this catches even experienced players!

Think Common: Wordle favors everyday vocabulary over obscure terms.

Use Yesterday’s Context: Yesterday’s answer was THICK, showing how diverse daily puzzles can be.

Want more word puzzle strategies? Check out TechnoSports’ gaming section for tips on Wordle and other brain-teasing challenges.

Play Wordle Daily

Ready for your next challenge? Head to The New York Times’ official Wordle page to play today’s puzzle. A new word drops every midnight in your local timezone, giving you 24 hours to crack the code.

Looking for yesterday’s solution or upcoming answers? Visit our daily Wordle coverage for complete guides, hints, and winning strategies.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many guesses does the average player need for Wordle?

According to Wordlebot, the average number of guesses for today’s puzzle in normal mode was 4.4. Most players solve Wordle in 3-5 attempts, though challenging puzzles with repeated letters or unusual vowel patterns can push that higher.

Why do repeated letters make Wordle harder?

Repeated letters reduce guess variety and often cause late-round difficulty for players. When you discover a correct letter, you typically assume it appears once, so discovering it repeats forces you to reconsider your entire strategy—often costing valuable guesses in the process.