What are the highest-scoring words today?

The highest-scoring words include the pangrams: theology. 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 125 points available across 29 words. The Genius level requires approximately 70% of the total points.

NYT Spelling Bee Solutions - January 29, 2026

Q: What are the solutions for NYT Spelling Bee January 29, 2026?

The NYT Spelling Bee for January 29, 2026 has 29 valid words with a total of 125 points available. The center letter is T and the available letters are: E-G-H-L-O-Y.

Q: What are today's pangrams for January 29, 2026?

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

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NYT Spelling Bee Solutions - January 29, 2026

Welcome to today's complete Spelling Bee solutions! Find all 29 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

125

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Pangrams

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Center: T / Letters: E-G-H-L-O-Y

🏆 Today's Pangrams

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

🏆 THEOLOGY (15 points)

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

📝 Complete Word List - All Today's Solutions

Today there are 29 valid words in total:

ethyl, eyelet, eyeteeth, eyetooth, gelt, ghetto, goth, holt, hoot, hotel, hotly, loot, lotto, otology, teeth, teethe, teleology, tell, thee, theology, they, toggle, toll, tool, toot, tooth, toothy, tootle, tote

🔍 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)
0/1

theology 🏆 PANGRAM! 🏆

9 point words (9 letters)
0/1

teleology

8 point words (8 letters)
0/2

eyeteeth
eyetooth

7 point words (7 letters)
0/1

otology

6 point words (6 letters)
0/6

eyelet
ghetto
teethe
toggle
toothy
tootle

5 point words (5 letters)
0/6

ethyl
hotel
hotly
lotto
teeth
tooth

1 point words (4 letters)
0/12

gelt
goth
holt
hoot
loot
tell
thee
they
toll
tool
toot
tote

💡 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	12	Focus on common prefixes like ‘to’ and ‘ho’.
5 Letters	6	Look for combinations that use ‘th’ and ‘oo’.
6 Letters	6	Explore ‘ology’ or ‘gothy’ for longer constructions.
7 Letters	1	Consider complex words that fit the ending patterns.
8 Letters	3	Search for words that start with ‘to’ or ‘th’.
9 Letters	1	This is likely a complex word, analyze the letters closely.

Letter Pattern Insights

Utilize these high-yield letter combinations to maximize your word creation:

Start with 'to': A great way to form multiple 4-letter and 5-letter words.
Look for 'th' combinations: These can lead to several common words.
End with 'gy' or 'ogy' for longer words.

Pangram Hints

Remember, there's one special word that uses all the letters! Think of a term that encapsulates a study or a branch of knowledge. It’s a unique combination of letters, so keep an eye out for the less common endings.

Difficulty Guide

To find easier words, focus on the common patterns and shorter lengths. For harder words, venture into the 6-letter and longer categories where the unique combinations of letters can yield complex vocabulary.

Today's Special Patterns

Take special note of words beginning with 'to' or 'too' and those ending with 'th'. These patterns are prevalent in this puzzle and often yield fruitful results.

Pro Tips

1. Use a process of elimination for letters that you know don't contribute to common endings.

2. Combine shorter words to explore potential longer forms. For example, if you find a 4-letter word, try adding letters to it to see if it can form a valid 5 or 6-letter word.

3. Always keep the center letter 'T' in mind—it’s essential for many words!

Good luck, and remember to enjoy the challenge!

📊 Today's Puzzle Stats

Word Lengths:
4L: 12 words • 5L: 6 words • 6L: 6 words • 8L: 3 words • 7L: 1 words

Top Starting Patterns:
TO: 8 • TOO: 5 • HO: 4 • TE: 4

Common Endings:
TH: 5 • GY: 3 • OGY: 3 • OTH: 3

Letter Frequency:
O: 33 • E: 28 • L: 19

📊 Puzzle Analysis

Word Length Distribution

Starting Letter Distribution

Word Statistics

Average Length: 5.3 letters
Points per Word: 4.3
Shortest Word: 4 letters
Longest Word: 9 letters

Common Patterns

❓ Frequently Asked Questions - Spelling Bee January 29, 2026

What are the solutions for NYT Spelling Bee January 29, 2026?

The NYT Spelling Bee for January 29, 2026 has 29 valid words. The center letter is T and the available letters are: E-G-H-L-O-Y.

What are today's pangrams for January 29, 2026?

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

What are the highest-scoring words for January 29, 2026?

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

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