Another day, another five-letter challenge! September 30, 2025’s NYT Wordle felt like stepping back into a time of inkpots and parchment. A word with a historical, almost literary vibe — today’s solve was elegant and satisfying.

Today’s solve reminds us why Wordle is such a treat — it mixes common words with gems from history and culture. The satisfaction of finding a slightly rare but elegant word makes the daily ritual even sweeter.

Top Hints for Today's Wordle: 30th September 2025

Here are eight nudges to help without giving the answer away:

  1. A five-letter plural noun.
  2. It refers to animals you might see flying in a V-formation.
  3. Starts with a consonant, ends with a vowel.
  4. Includes a repeated double vowel.
  5. Can honk loudly — sometimes annoyingly.
  6. Often found near lakes, ponds, and rivers.
  7. Rhymes loosely with “peace.”
  8. Bigger and bolder than ducks.

Answer for Today’s Wordle: 30 September 2025

This puzzle had wings! Many solvers circled guesses like ducks, swans, or crane, before the double “E” gave the truth away.

The answer? GEESE.

A word that immediately paints a picture — a flock rising together, honking overhead, or waddling around a park. Playful yet practical, it wasn’t the hardest, but it did trip up a few who forgot Wordle loves plurals now and then.

When those green tiles lined up, it felt like watching a flock take off in perfect formation — satisfying, collective, and a little bit loud.

Tricks to get it going

If you want to improve your chances of solving the puzzle faster, here are a few tried-and-true strategies:

  1. Start with a strong opener – Choose a word packed with common vowels and consonants (like R, S, T, N, L). This quickly reveals patterns.
  2. Mix up the vowels – Don’t hesitate to test different vowel placements early on. Knowing where vowels sit can unlock the word structure fast.
  3. Use elimination smartly – Even a “wrong” guess is useful. Pay attention to grays, greens, and yellows to cut down options logically.
  4. Don’t cling to one idea – If you get stuck, reset your thinking. Often, the right word is simpler than the brain makes it out to be.
  5. Look for word patterns – Endings like “-ED,” “-ER,” or “-Y” are common in Wordle answers, so keep those in mind when filling blanks.
  6. Stay calm under pressure – The sixth guess can feel intense, but don’t rush. Take a breath and think of all the possibilities that fit your clues.

Wordle has become a daily ritual for millions of people around the world—and for good reason. It’s quick, it’s challenging, and it delivers that tiny hit of accomplishment that sets the tone for the rest of the day. Part of the magic is its simplicity: just five letters, six tries, and a new puzzle every day. Add in the friendly competition of sharing results without giving away the answer, and suddenly it’s more than a game—it’s a community habit.

Another reason? It’s accessible. Anyone can play, from casual puzzle lovers to word nerds, without needing to download anything complicated or spend more than a few minutes. That balance of easy to start and hard to master is what keeps people coming back every single morning.

Keep practicing, keep playing, and come back tomorrow ready for a fresh word and a brand-new victory.