Strands
Find words in the 6x8 letter grid
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How to Play Strands
Strands is an engaging word exploration game. Connect adjacent letters in a 6x8 grid to form words. Letters can be connected horizontally, vertically, or diagonally, creating unique word combinations that challenge your vocabulary and strategic thinking.
Game Rules
Connect letters in the 6x8 grid to form words. Letters can be linked horizontally, vertically, or diagonally, but must be adjacent. Each letter can only be used once per word, and words must be at least 3 letters long.
All standard English words are supported. The system automatically validates words and calculates scores. Remember: Letters must be connected adjacently, no skipping allowed.
Scoring Rules
Scores double with word length: longer words earn higher points. 3-letter words score 100 points, with points doubling for each additional letter. Finding long words is key to high scores.
Score table: 3 letters = 100 points, 4 letters = 200 points, 5 letters = 400 points, 6+ letters = 800+ points. One 6-letter word equals eight 3-letter words in points.
Tip: Focus on common word roots and affixes to find more long words.
Game Tips
Starting Strategy
First, locate all vowels as they are crucial for word formation. Look for common word roots and prefixes to quickly discover potential words.
Advanced Tactics
Try different connection directions, including diagonals. After finding a word, check if changing a few letters can form new words. Consider word variations like plurals and tenses.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I start playing?
Click and hold any letter, then drag to adjacent letters to form words. Release to submit. The game automatically checks if the word is valid and calculates points.
What words are valid?
Any valid English word including nouns, verbs, and adjectives. Words must be at least 3 letters long and found in the standard dictionary. The game is not case-sensitive.
How do I get high scores?
Focus on finding longer words, as 6+ letter words earn significantly more points. Use vowels as anchors for word formation and explore different connection directions.
How do I undo a mistake?
While dragging, simply move back to the last correct letter if you select a wrong one. If you submit an invalid word, there's no penalty - just continue finding new words.
Are there special letter combinations?
Look for common combinations like "th", "ing", and "ed". Areas around vowels (a, e, i, o, u) often form more words. These patterns can help you discover valid words quickly.
Is there a time limit?
There's no time limit per game, so you can find words at your own pace. However, the letter grid changes daily, so make the most of each day's puzzle.