WordHive Answers for January 16, 2026
Here are the WordHive answers for all levels on January 16, 2026.
Level 1 – 4-letter puzzle
EARN (4-letter answer)
Definition: To receive money or a reward for work or effort.
Hint: Get as payment
This clue was meant to highlight how “Get as payment” points to EARN. Slowing down to reread the hint often reveals the anchor idea you need.
For 4-letter words like EARN, 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
HEART (5-letter answer)
Definition: The organ that pumps blood through the body.
Hint: Pumps your blood
This clue was meant to highlight how “Pumps your blood” points to HEART. Slowing down to reread the hint often reveals the anchor idea you need.
For 5-letter words like HEART, 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
SPRING (6-letter answer)
Definition: The season after winter or a coil that returns to shape.
Hint: Season after winter
This clue was meant to highlight how “Season after winter” points to SPRING. Slowing down to reread the hint often reveals the anchor idea you need.
For 6-letter words like SPRING, 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
DAYTIME (7-letter answer)
Definition: The part of the day when there is natural light.
Hint: Hours when it’s light out
This clue was meant to highlight how “Hours when it’s light out” points to DAYTIME. Slowing down to reread the hint often reveals the anchor idea you need.
For 7-letter words like DAYTIME, 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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