Wordle Answer for June 16, 2022

APRON was the Wordle answer for June 16, 2022. If you missed the day or you're looking it up after the fact, this page collects the hints and word context in one place.

The answer

APRON

What apron means

A protective garment worn over the front of the body, typically tied at the waist, to keep clothes clean while cooking, cleaning, or doing other messy work.

Where the word comes from

From Middle English *apron*, altered from Old French *naperon* (a small tablecloth), which came from *nape* (tablecloth). The *n* was reanalyzed as part of the article *un* ("a"), so "un naperon" became "une apron" in English. The ultimate origin of *nape* is uncertain, though it may relate to Latin *mappa* (cloth or napkin).

Hints for June 16, 2022

Each row is the starting word our algorithm picks for that turn count, with the tiles Wordle would have shown in response.

Solve in 2 turnsbaron
Solve in 3 turnsbaron
Solve in 4 turnsacorn
Solve in 5 turnsroman
Solve in 6 turnspiano

Synonyms of apron

  • pinafore
  • tray
  • shelf
  • decking
  • platter
  • ramp
  • deck
  • tarmac

Used in a sentence

The baker tied her _____ around her waist before starting to prepare the morning pastries.

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