Wordle Answer for September 21, 2024

The Wordle for September 21, 2024 solved to SEVEN. Below are the starting-word hints for every turn count, plus the meaning and origin of the word itself.

The answer

SEVEN

What seven means

The number that comes after six and before eight, equal to 7 or VII in numerals.

Where the word comes from

From Old English *seofon*, this number traces back through Germanic languages to Proto-Germanic *sebun*, and ultimately to the same ancient root as Latin *septem* and Greek *hepta*. This shared Indo-European root, appearing across most European languages, suggests the word is among humanity's oldest numerical terms, likely originating in prehistoric times when counting systems first developed.

Hints for September 21, 2024

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 turnssemen
Solve in 3 turnsneves
Solve in 4 turnseevns
Solve in 5 turnsevens
Solve in 6 turnsevens

Synonyms of seven

  • cardinal
  • septet
  • heptad
  • vii
  • 7
  • sevener

Used in a sentence

The old bakery on the corner closes at _____ o'clock every evening.

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