Word Wheel

Word Wheel gives you nine letters arranged in a circle with one in the middle. Make as many words as you can with three or more letters, always using the centre letter and using each letter no more often than it appears on the wheel. One word uses all nine letters. Your points and a rank show how many of the possible words you have found, and you can always show the full list. Play Word Wheel free online in your browser — no download or sign-up needed.

Words 0Points 0Rank Beginner

Words need 3+ letters, must contain the centre letter, and can use each letter only as often as it appears on the wheel. One word uses all nine letters. Type on your keyboard or click the letters.

Game Information

Category
Word Games
Players
Single player
Difficulty
Puzzles with at least 20 words
Game type
Word, Letters, Relaxing
Works on
Desktop and mobile browsers
Controls
  • Keyboard: type letters, Enter to submit, Backspace to delete
  • Mouse or touch: click the letters, then Enter
Features
  • Rank that grows with your points
  • Shuffle button
  • Show all words
  • A nine-letter word in every puzzle

How to Play Word Wheel

Objective

Find as many words as possible, including the nine-letter word.

Starting a game

A new wheel appears with a highlighted centre letter.

Rules

  • Words need at least three letters and must contain the centre letter.
  • A letter can be used only as many times as it appears on the wheel.
  • Words must be in the game’s word list.
  • Scoring: 3 and 4-letter words 1 point, longer words length minus 3, the nine-letter word 10 points.

Controls

  • Keyboard: type letters, Enter to submit, Backspace to delete
  • Mouse or touch: click the letters, then Enter

Winning and losing

There is no end; the rank rises from Beginner to Complete as your points approach the maximum.

Tips and Strategies

  • Look for common prefixes and suffixes.
  • Start with short words, then try to extend them.
  • Shuffle the letters to see new combinations.
  • Think about the nine-letter word early; it is a long common word.
  • Use the word list at the end to learn new words.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there always a nine-letter word?

Yes, every wheel is made from a nine-letter word.

Why are some real words rejected?

The game uses its own word list.

Can I use a letter twice?

Only if it appears twice on the wheel.

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