Arabic Wordle is the Arabic-language version of Wordle — guess a hidden Arabic word in 6 tries, with green, yellow and grey tile feedback, written right-to-left. Known versions include ArWordle at arwordle.netlify.app and the Kelmaly Arabic word game, plus Arabic editions on multilingual Wordle sites.
What Is Arabic Wordle?
Arabic Wordle takes Josh Wardle's word-guessing formula and applies it to Arabic vocabulary in this daily word puzzle. The core rules are identical to the original:
- Guess a word in 6 attempts or fewer.
- After each guess, tiles change colour: green = right letter, right position; yellow = right letter, wrong position; grey = letter not in the word.
- The board runs right-to-left (RTL), as Arabic script requires.
The headline version is ArWordle (arwordle.netlify.app), listed in the curated awesome-wordle collections as the go-to Arabic Wordle (github.com/camaliagroup/awesome-wordle, github.com/darkmana12/awesome-wordle). For learners of the language, these games double as vocabulary trainers: every round drills Arabic roots and word forms in a low-pressure format, making Arabic Wordle one of the most enjoyable ways to practise reading the script.
Other Arabic Wordle versions
- Kelmaly — a free browser Arabic Wordle clone ("قم بتخمين الكلمة عبر ٦ محاولات" — guess the word in 6 attempts) covered on world3dmap.com/kelmaly/.
- Multilingual Wordle sites — the hugo0/wordle project ships an Arabic edition ("تخمين الكلمة المخفية في 6 محاولات (أو أقل)" — guess the hidden word in 6 tries or fewer), and wordle.name lists Arabic (عربي) among its languages.
- wordle.global — a newer multilingual hub supporting 80+ languages including Arabic, with unlimited modes and full RTL layout support.
Why Arabic Wordle Is Different
Arabic brings unique twists to Wordle:
- No vowels on the board. Arabic script omits short vowels in normal writing, so guesses are pure consonant strings — pattern recognition works differently.
- Letter forms change by position. A letter looks different at the start, middle and end of a word (مـ ـمـ ـم), which the game handles with proper RTL rendering.
- Diacritics are ignored. Games standardise on the plain letters, so you guess roots like ع ل م rather than fully vocalised forms.
- Shorter solution space. Since short vowels aren't written, the possible word list is compact — some players find this easier, others harder.
How to Play Arabic Wordle
- Open an Arabic Wordle game — ArWordle, Kelmaly, or a multilingual site with the Arabic edition.
- Type an Arabic word. Use the on-screen Arabic keyboard if your device doesn't have one.
- Read the colours. Green = right letter, right spot. Yellow = right letter, wrong spot. Grey = letter not in the word.
- Play in 6 tries. Win by finding the hidden word before guesses run out.
- Share your score. Most editions copy the classic emoji-grid result for sharing.
New to word-guessing games? Our guide on how to play Plusword covers the same green/yellow/grey logic.
Tip: words built on common roots (ك ت ب "write", ع ل م "know") make strong openers because one guess tests a whole family of words.
Tips for Winning at Arabic Wordle
- Open with a common root. Arabic vocabulary is built on three-letter roots. Guessing a word from a productive root (like ع-ل-م, which generates علم "science", عليم "knowledgeable", معلم "teacher") tests many candidates at once. For more opener theory, see our word puzzle strategies.
- Don't fight the diacritics. Games ignore vowel marks, so never waste guesses trying to pin down a vowel — there isn't one on the board.
- Learn the letter shapes. م looks different at the start (مـ), middle (ـمـ) and end (ـم) of a word. Getting comfortable with all three forms speeds up scanning.
- Use process of elimination. With fewer possible letters than English (28 base letters, no case, no accents), grey letters narrow the field fast — a bad guess still gives you plenty of information.
- Watch for weak letters. Alif (ا), waw (و) and ya (ي) act as long vowels and semi-vowels; they're everywhere, so test them early.
- Mind the sun letters. Letters like ش, س, ن, ت (sun letters) assimilate the definite article — words starting with ال followed by a sun letter are extremely common.
Arabic Wordle vs Other Regional Wordles
| Edition | Language | Script | Notable game |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arabic Wordle | Arabic | RTL Arabic script | ArWordle |
| Wordle Suomi | Finnish | Latin (+ä, ö, å) | Sanuli |
| Wordle Infinito | Spanish | Latin (+ñ) | wordle-infinito editions |
| Bosnian Wordle | Bosnian | Latin (+č ć đ š ž) | bosanski_wordle |
| Serbian Wordle | Serbian | Latin/Cyrillic | Rechko |
Arabic is the only right-to-left edition of the five, which makes its board layout genuinely different rather than just a translated word list. Curious about another take on the format? Read what Plusword is.
Common Arabic Wordle Mistakes to Avoid
The classic mistake is trying to guess vowels — Arabic script omits short vowels, and the games ignore diacritics, so never waste a guess on a vowel form. Another error is guessing words outside the root family your clues point to; because Arabic vocabulary is built on three-letter roots, one guess from the right root (ك ت ب, ع ل م) tests far more than a random word. Beginners also forget that letter shapes change by position — مـ, ـمـ and ـم are the same letter, and misreading them slows scanning. Finally, do not assume the ال prefix is guaranteed: words starting with ال followed by a sun letter are common, but the definite article is not in every answer.
What is Arabic Wordle?
Arabic Wordle is the Arabic-language version of Wordle — guess a hidden Arabic word in 6 tries with green/yellow/grey feedback, on a right-to-left board. ArWordle at arwordle.netlify.app is the best-known version.
Is Arabic Wordle free?
Yes. ArWordle, Kelmaly and the Arabic editions on multilingual Wordle sites are free browser games — no download or account needed.
How do I type Arabic if I don’t have an Arabic keyboard?
Most Arabic Wordle games include an on-screen Arabic keyboard, so you can play from any phone or computer.
What does ArWordle mean?
“ArWordle” is short for “Arabic Wordle” — it’s the community name for the Arabic edition at arwordle.netlify.app.
Is Arabic Wordle harder than English Wordle?
It’s different rather than harder: Arabic omits written short vowels, so guesses are consonant roots. Strong openers test whole root families at once.
Can I play Arabic Wordle unlimited times?
Yes — multilingual Wordle sites (e.g., wordle.global’s Arabic edition) offer unlimited modes with a fresh word every round.
Is there a daily Arabic Wordle?
Kelmaly describes itself as a daily Arabic word game (“a new word will be available each day” style play), and ArWordle follows the classic daily-puzzle format.
Do I need to know Arabic grammar to play?
No — you just need to recognise Arabic words. A basic reading ability is enough; you don’t need to know verb forms or grammar rules.
What is Kelmaly?
Kelmaly is a free browser Arabic Wordle clone — its tagline reads “قم بتخمين الكلمة عبر ٦ محاولات” (guess the word in 6 attempts), and it plays as a daily Arabic word game.
Can I play Arabic Wordle on my phone?
Yes — the games are free browser games with on-screen Arabic keyboards, so they work on any phone or computer.
Do Arabic Wordle games use vowel marks?
No. The games standardise on plain letters and ignore diacritics, so you guess consonant roots like ع ل م rather than fully vocalised forms. *Sources: github.com/camaliagroup/awesome-wordle, github.com/darkmana12/awesome-wordle, world3dmap.com/kelmaly/, github.com/Hugo0/wordle, wordle.global/en/about, www.wordle.name/*