WordHive Answers for January 5, 2026
Here are the WordHive answers for all levels on January 5, 2026.
Level 1 – 4-letter puzzle
PEAK (4-letter answer)
Definition: The pointed top of a mountain or highest point.
Hint: Top of a mountain
This clue was meant to highlight how “Top of a mountain” points to PEAK. Slowing down to reread the hint often reveals the anchor idea you need.
For 4-letter words like PEAK, start with guesses that cover a mix of vowels and high-frequency consonants. As tiles turn green and yellow, narrow down patterns that fit the hint and the required length.
If a day feels tough, write the hint in one column and brainstorm 4-letter options in another. This quick exercise keeps you moving forward without wasting guesses.
Level 2 – 5-letter puzzle
BRUSH (5-letter answer)
Definition: A tool with bristles used for cleaning or painting.
Hint: Used to clean or paint
This clue was meant to highlight how “Used to clean or paint” points to BRUSH. Slowing down to reread the hint often reveals the anchor idea you need.
For 5-letter words like BRUSH, start with guesses that cover a mix of vowels and high-frequency consonants. As tiles turn green and yellow, narrow down patterns that fit the hint and the required length.
If a day feels tough, write the hint in one column and brainstorm 5-letter options in another. This quick exercise keeps you moving forward without wasting guesses.
Level 3 – 6-letter puzzle
MIRROR (6-letter answer)
Definition: A surface that reflects an image.
Hint: Reflects your face
This clue was meant to highlight how “Reflects your face” points to MIRROR. Slowing down to reread the hint often reveals the anchor idea you need.
For 6-letter words like MIRROR, start with guesses that cover a mix of vowels and high-frequency consonants. As tiles turn green and yellow, narrow down patterns that fit the hint and the required length.
If a day feels tough, write the hint in one column and brainstorm 6-letter options in another. This quick exercise keeps you moving forward without wasting guesses.
Level 4 – 7-letter puzzle
EXPLORE (7-letter answer)
Definition: To travel through or examine to learn about something.
Hint: Search and discover
This clue was meant to highlight how “Search and discover” points to EXPLORE. Slowing down to reread the hint often reveals the anchor idea you need.
For 7-letter words like EXPLORE, start with guesses that cover a mix of vowels and high-frequency consonants. As tiles turn green and yellow, narrow down patterns that fit the hint and the required length.
If a day feels tough, write the hint in one column and brainstorm 7-letter options in another. This quick exercise keeps you moving forward without wasting guesses.
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