Wordle Answer for July 28, 2026
SONAR was the Wordle answer for July 28, 2026. 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
SONAR
What sonar means
A system that uses sound waves sent through water to detect and locate objects underwater, commonly used in submarines and for mapping the ocean floor.
Where the word comes from
Sonar is a 20th-century acronym for "sound navigation and ranging," coined during World War II by the U.S. Navy. It describes a system using sound waves to detect and locate objects underwater. The term blends "sound" (from Old English "sund") and the acronym "NAR" for navigation and ranging, creating a compact word that became standard in naval and marine technology.
Hints for July 28, 2026
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Synonyms of sonar
- echo sounder
- asdic
- radar
- ultrasound
- sound
- echosounder
- sounder
- echo sounding
Used in a sentence
The submarine's _____ detected an unusual metallic object moving beneath the ocean surface.
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