Connections Solver - NYT Connections Puzzle Helper

How to Play NYT Connections

Connections is a daily word puzzle from The New York Times where you're given 16 words that must be sorted into four groups of four. Each group shares a common theme or connection that you need to discover.

Connections Rules

• 16 words, 4 groups: Sort all words into exactly four categories of four words each.
• Find the connection: Each group shares a theme (colors, animals, phrases, etc.).
• 4 mistakes allowed: You can make up to 4 wrong guesses before losing.
• Difficulty levels: Yellow (easiest), Green, Blue, Purple (hardest).
• One solution: Each word belongs to exactly one category.

Connections Category Types

The puzzle uses various types of connections:

• Straightforward themes: Colors, animals, foods, countries, etc.
• Word associations: Things that go with "FIRE" (ALARM, DRILL, ESCAPE, HYDRANT)
• Compound words: Words that can follow "BOOK" (CASE, END, MARK, WORM)
• Pop culture: Movie titles, song lyrics, celebrity names
• Wordplay: Homophones, rhymes, anagrams
• Hidden patterns: Words containing numbers (FORTUNE, CANINE, FREIGHT)

Connections Strategy Tips

• Start with obvious groups: Look for the yellow (easiest) category first.
• Watch for red herrings: Some words intentionally fit multiple categories - these are traps!
• Think beyond the obvious: Purple categories often have unexpected connections.
• Consider wordplay: Look for hidden words, phrases, or patterns within words.
• Use process of elimination: Once you find one group, the remaining words become clearer.
• Don't rush: Take time to consider all possibilities before guessing.

Difficulty by Color