Hangman Solver
Solve any hangman puzzle instantly! Enter your pattern, excluded letters, and get AI-powered suggestions for the best next guess.
Complete Hangman Solver Guide
Quick Start - Single Word Solver
- Enter your pattern: Use underscores (
_
) for unknown letters
- Example: H_NG__N (HANGMAN)
- Example: __PP_E (APPLE)
- Add excluded letters: Letters you've guessed that aren't in the word
- Example: If you guessed B, C, D, F and they're wrong, enter:
BCDF
- Get AI suggestions: Our solver tells you the statistically best letter to guess next
Advanced Features
Multiple Word / Phrase Solver
Solving hangman phrases? Just include spaces between words!
- Movie titles: THE _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ (THE GREAT GATSBY)
- Famous quotes: TO BE OR _ _ _ _ _ _ _ (TO BE OR NOT TO BE)
- Common phrases: _ _ _ _ _ OF _ _ _ _ (PIECE OF CAKE)
AI-Powered Letter Suggestions
Our hangman AI solver analyzes letter frequency in matching words to suggest your next guess:
- High frequency (60%+): Excellent guess - likely in the word
- Medium frequency (30-60%): Good strategic guess
- Low frequency (<30%): Save for later guesses
Popular Hangman Patterns
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Best Words for Hangman
Whether you're creating a hangman game or want to stump your friends, these word categories will help you choose the perfect challenge level.
Easy Hangman Words (Common Vowels)
Hard Hangman Words (Uncommon Letters)
- JAZZ - Double Z challenge
- FUZZY - Double Z with Y
- RHYTHM - No traditional vowels!
- OXYGEN - Tricky letter combination
- AWKWARD - Difficult pattern
Hangman Strategy Guide
Letter Frequency Strategy
The most effective hangman strategy is based on letter frequency in English. Our solver uses AI to analyze thousands of possible words and suggest the statistically best letter.
- Start with vowels: A, E, I, O, U appear in almost every word
- Common consonants: R, S, T, L, N are the most frequent
- Save rare letters: Q, X, Z, J for last unless you see patterns
- Look for patterns: -ING, -TION, -NESS are common endings
Advanced Techniques
Master players use these advanced strategies:
- Word length analysis: Different lengths have different common letters
- Position matters: S often starts or ends words, Q needs U
- Category clues: If given a category, adjust your strategy
- Phrase patterns: Common words like THE, AND, OF in phrases
Solving Phrases & Multiple Words
Our Hangman Solver excels at solving phrases and multiple-word puzzles. Here's how to use it effectively:
Common Phrase Patterns
Movie Titles
THE ____ ____
- Many titles start with "THE"
____ OF ___
- Common pattern
____ AND ___
- Paired concepts
Famous Quotes
TO __ OR ___ TO __
- Shakespeare
I ____ _ _____
- MLK Jr.
____ __ ____
- Three-word phrases
Educational Hangman
Hangman isn't just a game - it's a powerful educational tool! Teachers and students use our solver for:
Vocabulary Building
- Learn new words by difficulty level
- Practice spelling challenging words
- Expand vocabulary in foreign languages
- Master subject-specific terminology
Math & Science Terms
- Mathematical equations and terms
- Scientific vocabulary
- Chemical elements and compounds
- Programming keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the AI letter suggestion?
Our AI analyzes letter frequency across all matching words in real-time. The suggested letter appears in the highest percentage of possible solutions, typically giving you a 60-80% chance of a correct guess.
Can I use this for Wheel of Fortune?
Yes! Our solver works perfectly for Wheel of Fortune puzzles. Just remember that Wheel of Fortune gives you R, S, T, L, N, and E in the final round, so exclude those if solving a bonus puzzle.
What about hangman in other languages?
We support Spanish, French, and German dictionaries. Each language has different letter frequencies, so our AI adjusts its suggestions accordingly. Select your preferred language from the dictionary dropdown.
How do I create hard hangman puzzles?
Choose words with uncommon letter patterns, few vowels, or repeated uncommon letters. Words like "RHYTHM," "SYZYGY," or "JAZZ" are notoriously difficult. Avoid common words with lots of vowels.
Is there a mobile app?
Our Hangman Solver is mobile-optimized and works perfectly in your phone's browser. No app download needed - just bookmark this page for instant access anytime!
Where to Play Hangman Online
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