Plays inside this page from semantle.com, the official site; progress is saved by Semantle, not DLE Arena. Screenshot of semantle.com captured 2026-10-30.
Semantle is a meaning-based daily word game. Each guess gets a similarity score against the secret word computed from word embeddings, and the game shows when you are in the nearest thousand words. It is harder and slower than Contexto.
| Type | Word games |
|---|---|
| Time per game | 10-30 minutes |
| Platform | Web browser, no install needed |
| Play on DLE Arena | Yes, play it on this page |
| Official site | semantle.com |
How to play Semantle
- Guess any word to get its similarity score.
- Higher scores mean closer in meaning; the closest thousand words also show a rank.
- Keep guessing until you find the secret word.
Semantle tips
- Similarity reflects how words are used together, not dictionary definitions.
Who will like Semantle
Semantle fits in our word games collection. Word games are the heart of the daily puzzle boom. If you play several dailies each morning, Semantle takes about 10-30 minutes, so it pairs well with a quick word game and a knowledge game like Arena Rank.
Games like Semantle
- Wordle Guess the hidden five-letter word in six tries.
- Connections Sort sixteen words into four hidden groups of four.
- Strands Find themed words hidden in a letter grid, plus the spangram.
- Spelling Bee Make as many words as you can from seven letters.
- The Mini Crossword A tiny daily crossword you can finish in about a minute.
- Letter Boxed Chain words around a square to use all twelve letters.
Frequently asked questions
What is Semantle?
Semantle is a meaning-based daily word game. Each guess gets a similarity score against the secret word computed from word embeddings, and the game shows when you are in the nearest thousand words. It is harder and slower than Contexto.
Where can I play Semantle?
You can play Semantle right on this page: it loads the official game from semantle.com inside DLE Arena. You can also open semantle.com directly. DLE Arena does not host a copy.
How long does a game of Semantle take?
Most players finish a round in about 10-30 minutes.
What games are like Semantle?
If you enjoy Semantle, try Wordle, Connections, Strands, or play Arena Rank, our own daily ranking puzzle on DLE Arena.
Semantle is a trademark of its owner. DLE Arena is an independent guide and is not affiliated with Semantle. Details were checked on 2026-10-30; rules can change, so the official site is the final word.