What are the highest-scoring words today?

The highest-scoring words include the pangrams: honeydew. 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 185 points available across 42 words. The Genius level requires approximately 70% of the total points.

NYT Spelling Bee Solutions - August 04, 2026

Q: What are the solutions for NYT Spelling Bee August 04, 2026?

The NYT Spelling Bee for August 04, 2026 has 42 valid words with a total of 185 points available. The center letter is O and the available letters are: D-E-H-N-W-Y.

Q: What are today's pangrams for August 04, 2026?

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

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NYT Spelling Bee Solutions - August 04, 2026

Welcome to today's complete Spelling Bee solutions! Find all 42 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

185

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Pangrams

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Center: O / Letters: D-E-H-N-W-Y

🏆 Today's Pangrams

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

🏆 HONEYDEW (15 points)

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

📝 Complete Word List - All Today's Solutions

Today there are 42 valid words in total:

dodo, done, donee, donned, dowdy, down, downed, downy, doyen, doyenne, endow, endowed, hoed, hoedown, hone, honed, honey, honeydew, honeyed, hood, hooded, hoodoo, hooey, howdy, neon, nodded, node, nohow, none, noon, odeon, owed, owned, wood, wooded, wooden, woody, wooed, woohoo, wowed, yond, yoohoo

🔍 Word Checker Tool

Enter the words you've found, separated by commas:

📋 Words Organized by Points

Click each section to see the words and check off the ones you've found:

15 point words (8 letters)
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honeydew 🏆 PANGRAM! 🏆

7 point words (7 letters)
0/4

doyenne
endowed
hoedown
honeyed

6 point words (6 letters)
0/9

donned
downed
hooded
hoodoo
nodded
wooded
wooden
woohoo
yoohoo

5 point words (5 letters)
0/15

donee
dowdy
downy
doyen
endow
honed
honey
hooey
howdy
nohow
odeon
owned
woody
wooed
wowed

1 point words (4 letters)
0/13

dodo
done
down
hoed
hone
hood
neon
node
none
noon
owed
wood
yond

💡 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 letters	13	Focus on common endings like "ed" and "ne".
5 letters	15	Explore words starting with "ho", "do", or "wo".
6 letters	9	Look for "one" and "ned" endings.
7 letters	4	Think of longer words that incorporate "do" or "ho".
8 letters	1	This might be a rare find; check for pangrams!

Letter Pattern Insights

Utilize the following common combinations for effective word formation:

"ho" - Look for words starting with this pattern, as it appears frequently.
"do" - Another strong starter; think of variations.
"oo" - This can lead to several word endings; explore creatively!

Pangram Hints

There's a pangram hidden within this puzzle! Look for a word that uses all the letters, including the center 'O'. It often combines the most common patterns you've identified.

Difficulty Guide

To find easier words, prioritize common endings like "ed" and "ne". For harder words, focus on more complex combinations, particularly those that include rarer letters. Don't hesitate to mix letters creatively!

Today's Special Patterns

Pay attention to words that start with "hon" or "no", as these patterns can lead to multiple valid words. Additionally, "woo" is another productive starting point, especially for longer words.

Pro Tips

Experiment with different combinations of letters! Try taking the common prefixes like "do" and "ho" and adding various endings to form new words. Remember, the more you play around with the letters, the more likely you are to discover hidden gems!

Good luck, and enjoy the challenge!

📊 Today's Puzzle Stats

Word Lengths:
5L: 15 words • 4L: 13 words • 6L: 9 words • 7L: 4 words • 8L: 1 words

Top Starting Patterns:
HO: 12 • DO: 10 • WO: 7 • WOO: 6

Common Endings:
ED: 13 • NE: 4 • NED: 4 • ONE: 3

Letter Frequency:
D: 42 • E: 33 • N: 31

📊 Puzzle Analysis

Word Length Distribution

Starting Letter Distribution

Word Statistics

Average Length: 5.2 letters
Points per Word: 4.4
Shortest Word: 4 letters
Longest Word: 8 letters

Common Patterns

❓ Frequently Asked Questions - Spelling Bee August 04, 2026

What are the solutions for NYT Spelling Bee August 04, 2026?

The NYT Spelling Bee for August 04, 2026 has 42 valid words. The center letter is O and the available letters are: D-E-H-N-W-Y.

What are today's pangrams for August 04, 2026?

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

What are the highest-scoring words for August 04, 2026?

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

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