How to Play WordFlies

WordFlies is a word-finding puzzle game similar to the popular Spelling Bee. Form words using the letters in the honeycomb pattern - each word must include the center letter!

Game Elements

Center Letter

The yellow letter in the center is required for every word.

All words must contain this letter.

Outer Letters

The grey letters around the center can be used in any combination.

You can use each letter multiple times in a word.

How to Form Words

Click or tap on letters to select them and form words. You can also drag between letters.

Words must be at least 4 letters long and include the center letter.

Press Enter or tap the Submit button to submit your word.

How to Score

  • 4-letter words 1 point
  • 5-letter words 2 points
  • 6-letter words 3 points
  • 7-letter words 4 points
  • Pangram (using all letters) +5 bonus points

Game Controls

🔄 Shuffle

Rearranges the outer letters to help you see new word possibilities

💡 Hint

Reveals the first two letters of a word you haven't found yet

✖️ Clear

Clears your current letter selection

Ranks and Goals

The game tracks your progress with ranks:

  • Beginner: 0% of points
  • Good: 10% of possible points
  • Impressive: 25% of possible points
  • Excellent: 40% of possible points
  • Genius: 60% of possible points
  • Master: 80% of possible points

Can you find all possible words and reach Master rank?

Tips & Tricks

  1. Always focus on the center letter since it must be in every word
  2. Look for common prefixes and suffixes
  3. Try rearranging letters mentally to see new combinations
  4. Use the Shuffle button when you're stuck
  5. The Hint button can point you in the right direction
  6. Pangrams (words that use all 7 letters) are rare but worth extra points