Begin with common vowels such as E, A and O.
English
A calm letter-by-letter guess
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Difficulty
Nature word
Misses0/6Letters5
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Choose a letter or use your keyboard.
Game introduction
What is Hangman?
Hangman is a classic word deduction game. Each correct letter reveals its positions, while each incorrect guess uses one of six chances.
This friendly version replaces the traditional drawing with a small flower countdown. Difficulty changes word length and how much category help appears.
- Category
- Words
- Difficulty
- Easy–Hard
- Typical game
- 2–6 min
How to play
How to play Hangman
- Use the on-screen alphabet or your keyboard to choose a letter.
- Correct guesses reveal every matching position in the word.
- Incorrect guesses remove one of six remaining chances.
- Reveal the full word before the final chance is used.
A little help
Hangman tips
Try frequent consonants including R, S, T, L and N.
Use the category and visible word pattern together.
Avoid repeating a guessed letter; the keyboard shows what you have tried.
Good to know
Hangman Frequently asked questions
Is Hangman free to play online?
Yes. You can play the full Hangman game free in your browser with no account, subscription or download.
Can I play Hangman with my keyboard?
Yes. Press any letter key to make a guess, or use the on-screen alphabet on touch devices.
How many wrong guesses are allowed?
You have six incorrect guesses in every round.
Can I play Hangman on a phone or tablet?
Yes. The game is designed for touch screens as well as mouse controls, with keyboard controls included where they suit the puzzle.