Have you ever tried the New York Times Spelling Bee? There’s something very satisfying about spotting that hidden word that seems right in front of you. Today’s puzzle is especially engaging because the letter combo is simple at first glance, but hides some trickier possibilities. Below is the full list of valid words, some strategies to improve your solving speed, and room for you to add any words you came across that aren’t listed.

About Today’s NYT Spelling Bee

If you’re playing along with today’s Spelling Bee, you know how addictive this puzzle can be. Today’s hive gives us E in the center, with P, I, L, O, G, H surrounding it — a mix that encourages both quick wins and clever discoveries. This one has plenty of satisfying short words, a few unexpected gems, and a perfect pangram that any word lover will appreciate.

As always, every word you make must include E, the center letter, and must be at least four letters long. You can repeat letters as often as you like — which opens up some fun combos in today’s grid. Whether you’re aiming for “Solid,” “Amazing,” or “Queen Bee,” there’s plenty of room to climb the ranks.

Spelling Bee Answers for 19th September 2025

Here are some highlights from today’s valid word list (all include E):

  • Epilog
  • Hello
  • Pole
  • Elope
  • Glee
  • Peel
  • Hope
  • Peephole
  • Helio
  • Hole
  • Ghee
  • Pile
  • Heel

(Plus many more – the full list is quite rewarding if you hunt them all down.)

Pangram of the Day

Logophile – the ultimate find for today’s puzzle. This word means lover of words — making it one of the most fitting pangrams we’ve seen in a while.

Quick tactics for any puzzle

  1. Start with the center letter.
    Since every word must include it, try building short “roots” with that letter first, then expand.
  2. Play with prefixes and suffixes.
    Look for common starters (like re-, pre-, tri-) and endings (like -er, -ry, -ing). These patterns often unlock multiple words.
  3. Anagram your discoveries.
    Once you’ve found a word, shuffle its letters around — you’ll often uncover two or three more.
  4. Use repeated letters.
    Remember, the same letter can appear more than once. Doubling letters opens up words you might otherwise overlook.
  5. Hunt for pangrams.
    Try to use all seven letters at least once. Pangrams aren’t always easy, but when you find one, it feels like striking gold.

Habits to sharpen your skills

  • Begin with easy 4-letter words to get your brain moving.
  • Rotate vowels and consonants through different combinations to see what “clicks.”
  • Step away and return later — fresh eyes will catch words you missed.

Optional tools if you want extra help

  • Pen and paper. Writing the letters down or sketching patterns can reveal hidden words.
  • Word-finding apps. Great for study or practice, but use sparingly if you want to keep the challenge.
  • Personal word journal. Track words you miss often — over time, you’ll train yourself to recognize them quickly.

Wrap-Up

Today’s Spelling Bee was a treat for vocabulary lovers, with plenty of approachable entries and a very satisfying pangram to top it all off. If you managed to find logophile, you probably grinned at how perfectly it sums up the spirit of the game. Keep practicing — each puzzle sharpens your eye for patterns, making it easier (and more fun) to reach Queen Bee status in the future.