Wordle Answer for May 30, 2026
The Wordle for May 30, 2026 solved to SMILE. Below are the starting-word hints for every turn count, plus the meaning and origin of the word itself.
The answer
SMILE
What smile means
A facial expression in which the corners of the mouth curve upward, typically indicating happiness, friendliness, or amusement.
Where the word comes from
Smile likely comes from Old Norse *smíla*, meaning to smile or grin. It entered Middle English around the 13th century and may be related to Old High German *smīlen*. The word's ultimate origin is uncertain, though some scholars connect it to Proto-Germanic roots meaning to grimace or bare the teeth, originally describing a less pleasant expression than today's friendly gesture.
Hints for May 30, 2026
Each row is the starting word our algorithm picks for that turn count, with the tiles Wordle would have shown in response.
Synonyms of smile
- grin
- smiling
- grinning
Used in a sentence
The baby's _____ brightened the room instantly when her mother walked through the door.
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