Today’s Wordle answer for puzzle #1938 on Friday, October 9, 2026, is MAJOR. This guide gives spoiler-free NYT Wordle hints first, then the full solution.
Wordle hints today: October 9, 2026
- The word has five letters with no repeats.
- It has two vowels and three consonants.
- It starts with M and ends with R.
- It’s an adjective meaning greater in importance, size or rank.
- It’s also a military rank and a college student’s field of study.
- The third letter is J, which many players miss.
Best Wordle starting words for #1938
Start with a vowel-heavy word such as RAISE to test A and R. Then try A and O in the middle. MANOR and MAKER fit the pattern but aren’t the answer. One solver got there in four guesses: RAISE, TOUCH, BLOND, then MAJOR.
Wordle answer today (#1938)
The NYT Wordle answer for Friday, October 9, 2026, is MAJOR.
Yesterday’s Wordle answer
Wordle #1937, from Thursday, October 8, was STREW. Missed an earlier puzzle? See our previous Wordle answer.
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Wordle FAQ
What is today’s Wordle answer?
MAJOR, from puzzle #1938 on October 9, 2026.
What letter does today’s Wordle start with?
M.
Does today’s Wordle have repeated letters?
No. All five letters are different.
