Wordle Answer for February 5, 2023

The Wordle for February 5, 2023 solved to DANCE. Below are the starting-word hints for every turn count, plus the meaning and origin of the word itself.

The answer

DANCE

What dance means

A rhythmic movement of the body, usually to music, performed for enjoyment, expression, or entertainment.

Where the word comes from

From Old French dancier, of uncertain ultimate origin—possibly from a Germanic source related to Old High German dansôn. The word entered Middle English via Norman French in the 12th century and has remained largely stable since. Some scholars suggest a connection to Proto-Germanic roots meaning "to stretch" or "to pull," fitting the physical motions involved, though the path remains debated.

Hints for February 5, 2023

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 turnslance
Solve in 3 turnscanoe
Solve in 4 turnscaned
Solve in 5 turnsdecan
Solve in 6 turnsdecan

Synonyms of dance

  • trip the light fantastic
  • dancing
  • terpsichore

Used in a sentence

The couple's first _____ at their wedding was graceful and romantic.

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