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Hangman — Free Online Word Game
Guess the secret word letter by letter. Six wrong guesses and it's over.
How to play Hangman
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Click letters to guess if they're in the word
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Correct letters appear in their position
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Wrong letters add a piece to the figure (head, body, arms, legs)
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Guess the full word before 6 wrong guesses to win
Tips & strategy
- Start with common vowels — A, E, I, O, U
- Then try common consonants — R, S, T, L, N
- Look for word patterns — '_E__ER' suggests common -ER endings
- Save risky letters (like Q, X, Z) for late-game when you have more letters
Frequently asked questions
How many wrong guesses until I lose?
Six. Each wrong letter adds one piece to the hangman figure: head, body, two arms, two legs. Six pieces and the round ends.
Are there difficulty levels?
Yes — Easy uses common short words, Medium broadens vocabulary, Hard includes rare and longer words.
Can I play with my own word?
The current version uses curated word lists. A multiplayer mode where one player picks the word is on the roadmap.