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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.
Hangman strategy
Hangman is a vocabulary game, but it is also a probability game. Start with common letters that reveal word structure, then use the pattern to narrow the answer. Vowels help you see the shape, while common consonants like T, N, S, R, and L often unlock the word.
Better guessing habits
- Guess common letters before rare ones.
- Use word length to think about likely endings.
- Do not guess a whole word until the pattern is strong enough.
The best hangman players are patient. They collect information first, then make a confident guess.