What are the highest-scoring words today?

The highest-scoring words include the pangrams: nonchalance. Each pangram is worth extra points for using all letters.

How many total points are available in today's puzzle?

Today's puzzle has a total of 269 points available across 62 words. The Genius level requires approximately 70% of the total points.

NYT Spelling Bee Solutions - April 12, 2026

Q: What are the solutions for NYT Spelling Bee April 12, 2026?

The NYT Spelling Bee for April 12, 2026 has 62 valid words with a total of 269 points available. The center letter is N and the available letters are: A-C-E-H-L-O.

Q: What are today's pangrams for April 12, 2026?

Today's pangrams are: Nonchalance. There are 1 pangram in total. Pangrams are special words that use all available letters.

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NYT Spelling Bee Solutions - April 12, 2026

Welcome to today's complete Spelling Bee solutions! Find all 62 valid words, 1 pangram, strategic hints, and use our Word Checker tool below.

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Total Words

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Total Points

269

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Pangrams

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Center: N / Letters: A-C-E-H-L-O

🏆 Today's Pangrams

Pangrams are words that use all available letters. Today there are 1 pangram:

🏆 NONCHALANCE (18 points)

💡 Tip: Pangrams are the highest-scoring words in the game!

📝 Complete Word List - All Today's Solutions

Today there are 62 valid words in total:

acne, aeon, alone, anal, ancho, annal, anneal, anon, canal, cancan, cancel, cane, canna, cannon, canoe, canola, canon, chance, chancel, channel, clan, clean, clench, clone, cocoon, colcannon, colleen, colon, colonel, conceal, conch, cone, echelon, elan, enhance, enlace, hence, henna, honcho, hone, lance, lane, lean, llano, loan, lone, loon, naan, nacelle, nacho, nana, nene, neocon, neon, noel, nonce, nonchalance, none, nonlocal, noon, ocean, once

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📋 Words Organized by Points

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18 point words (11 letters)
0/1

nonchalance 🏆 PANGRAM! 🏆

9 point words (9 letters)
0/1

colcannon

8 point words (8 letters)
0/1

nonlocal

7 point words (7 letters)
0/8

chancel
channel
colleen
colonel
conceal
echelon
enhance
nacelle

6 point words (6 letters)
0/11

anneal
cancan
cancel
cannon
canola
chance
clench
cocoon
enlace
honcho
neocon

5 point words (5 letters)
0/18

alone
ancho
annal
canal
canna
canoe
canon
clean
clone
colon
conch
hence
henna
lance
llano
nacho
nonce
ocean

1 point words (4 letters)
0/22

acne
aeon
anal
anon
cane
clan
cone
elan
hone
lane
lean
loan
lone
loon
naan
nana
nene
neon
noel
none
noon
once

💡 Strategic Hints for Today's Puzzle

Need help finding more words? Check out these strategic hints:

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Strategic Overview Table

Word Length	Count	Tips
4	22	Focus on common endings like on and ne.
5	18	Combine prefixes like can or no with endings.
6	11	Look for combinations that include ch or ce.
7	8	Consider longer words that still fit the common patterns.
8+	3	Explore unique combinations for the pangram.

Letter Pattern Insights

Utilizing productive letter combinations can significantly boost your word count. Focus on:

an - Commonly used with many words.
on - A versatile ending to explore.
ca and ch - Great for starting words.

Pangram Hints

To uncover the pangram, think about combinations that utilize all letters effectively. It might not be the longest word, but it is a complete encapsulation of the letters provided.

Difficulty Guide

Identifying easier words can help you build a strong base. Look for:

Common 4-letter words that end in ne or on.
5-letter words starting with can or co.

For harder words, challenge yourself with unique combinations and less common prefixes or suffixes.

Today's Special Patterns

This puzzle has a notable prevalence of words starting with ca and co, and endings like nce and one. Exploring these can yield fruitful results!

Pro Tips

Start by listing all possible 4-letter words; they often form the backbone of your total.
Keep your eye on the center letter N when creating words – it’s your anchor!
Consider using all letters to form longer words, especially those that contain less common letter pairs.

Good luck! Trust your instincts and enjoy the challenge!

📊 Today's Puzzle Stats

Word Lengths:
4L: 22 words • 5L: 18 words • 6L: 11 words • 7L: 8 words • 11L: 1 words

Top Starting Patterns:
CA: 9 • CAN: 9 • CO: 8 • NO: 6

Common Endings:
ON: 12 • NE: 10 • CE: 8 • AN: 8

Letter Frequency:
C: 50 • A: 50 • O: 45

📊 Puzzle Analysis

Word Length Distribution

11L

Starting Letter Distribution

Word Statistics

Average Length: 5.3 letters
Points per Word: 4.3
Shortest Word: 4 letters
Longest Word: 11 letters

Common Patterns

❓ Frequently Asked Questions - Spelling Bee April 12, 2026

What are the solutions for NYT Spelling Bee April 12, 2026?

The NYT Spelling Bee for April 12, 2026 has 62 valid words. The center letter is N and the available letters are: A-C-E-H-L-O.

What are today's pangrams for April 12, 2026?

Today's pangrams are: Nonchalance. There are 1 pangram in total.

What are the highest-scoring words for April 12, 2026?

The highest-scoring words include the pangrams and longest words. Check the complete word list above for all solutions.

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