Quartiles Hints & Tips
Need help with today's Quartiles puzzle? Get strategic hints, tips for finding words, and learn how to use the built-in hint system effectively.
Strategic Hints for Solving Quartiles
1. Start with Common Endings
Look for segments like "ing", "ed", "er", "ly" - these are often part of longer words.
Example: If you see "walk" + "ing", try "walking"
2. Find Short Words First
1 and 2-segment words are easier to spot and give you quick points to build momentum.
Example: "the", "and", "but" are common single segments
3. Look for Prefixes
Common prefixes like "un", "re", "pre", "dis" often start 4-segment target words.
Example: "un" + "lock" + "ing" = "unlocking"
4. Try Different Combinations
Segments can be used in multiple words. Don't assume a segment only works in one combination.
Example: "way" might work in both "away" and "wayward"
5. Focus on the Target Words
The 5 Quartiles (4-segment words) give you 80 points total - prioritize finding these first.
5 Quartiles × 10 points + 30 bonus = 80 points toward your 100-point goal
6. Use the In-Game Hints
Every puzzle has a hint button that reveals letters in undiscovered words - use it when you're stuck!
No penalty for using hints - they're there to help you learn
How to Use the Built-In Hint System
While playing any Quartiles puzzle on our site, you have access to a powerful hint system:
- Look for the Hint Button: Located near the game board, the hint button is always available.
- Reveals Letters Progressively: Each hint reveals a letter from one of the undiscovered words.
- No Penalties: Using hints won't reduce your score or affect your progress.
- Learn Patterns: Hints help you discover common word patterns you can apply to future puzzles.
Pro Tip:
Try to solve as much as you can first, then use hints for the last 1-2 words you can't find. This helps you improve while still completing the puzzle!
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Common Questions About Hints
Do hints reduce my score?
No! There's no penalty for using hints. They're designed to help you learn and enjoy the game.
How many hints can I use per puzzle?
You can use as many hints as you need. Each hint reveals one letter from an undiscovered word.
Can I get hints for Apple News Quartiles?
While our built-in hints only work on our site's puzzles, you can use our Solver tool for Apple News Quartiles - just enter the letter segments!
What's the best strategy for using hints?
Try solving the puzzle yourself first, using hints only when you're truly stuck. This helps you learn word patterns while still completing each puzzle.