Learn to Solve Cryptic Crosswords
Master every wordplay type, one lesson at a time.
Anagram
Letters rearranged to form a word. Look for indicators like "crazy", "wild", "mixed".
Learn more →Hidden Word
The answer is hidden inside the clue text. Look for "in", "within", "part of".
Learn more →Container
One word placed inside another. Look for "around", "holding", "about".
Learn more →Reversal
Word spelled backwards. Look for "back", "returned", "reflected".
Learn more →Double Definition
Two definitions, one answer. Usually short clues with no obvious indicator.
Learn more →Cryptic Definition
A tricky definition that works on two levels. The whole clue is the definition.
Learn more →Charade
Words chained together to form the answer. Look for connectors like "and", "with", "following".
Learn more →All Wordplay Types
A comprehensive overview of every wordplay type used in cryptic crosswords.
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