/wɚdəl/

/wɚdəl/ is an IPA-based remake of the classic word-guessing game Wordle, developed by power language. What sets "/wɚdəl/" apart from traditional word-guessing games is its unique focus on pronunciation. Instead of guessing words based on their English spelling, players of "/wɚdəl/" attempt to guess words based on their pronunciation in North American English. This pronunciation is represented using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).

Key Features of /wɚdəl/:

1. Pronunciation-Based Guessing: The central concept of "/wɚdəl/" is to guess words based on their phonetic pronunciation rather than their traditional spelling.

2. IPA Representation: The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) symbols are used to represent the phonetic sounds of words in North American English.

3. Inspired by "hello-wordl": The game is largely influenced by the work of @chordbug and their "hello-wordl" implementation.

4. Guessing Mechanism: Players are given 12 attempts to guess a target word's phonetic pronunciation using IPA symbols.

5. CMU Pronouncing Dictionary: The pronunciations used in the game are sourced from the CMU Pronouncing Dictionary, a well-known resource for phonetic representations of words.

6. Dialect Variations: The pronunciations in the game may not perfectly match the player's specific dialect. The focus is on North American English, and some phonological features may be simplified for gameplay purposes.

7. Mastermind-Style Feedback: After each guess, players receive feedback on the correctness of their guessed pronunciation. This feedback is provided in the form of color-coded indicators:

   • Green: IPA symbols that are both present in the target word's pronunciation and in the correct positions are highlighted in green.
   • Yellow: IPA symbols that are present in the target word's pronunciation but are in the wrong positions are highlighted in yellow.
   • Gray: IPA symbols that are not present in the target word's pronunciation are indicated in gray.

8. Educational Element: "/wɚdəl/" adds an educational dimension by allowing players to engage with and learn about the phonetic sounds of words in North American English.

9. Strategic Guessing: Players need to strategically choose IPA symbols that correspond to the sounds of the target word's pronunciation.

10. Limited Attempts: Players have a maximum of 12 attempts to correctly guess the phonetic pronunciation of the target word.

/wɚdəl/ provides a unique and engaging word-guessing experience, encouraging players to explore language on a phonetic level. The game adds a creative twist to the familiar concept of Wordle, offering an opportunity to learn about the phonetic structure of words while enjoying a challenging gameplay experience.

How to play /wɚdəl/

Using mouse