Word Sudoku

Sudoku with letters — and a hidden word in the middle row.

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How to play Word Sudoku

It works exactly like sudoku, but with nine distinct letters instead of the digits 1–9. Fill the grid so every row, every column, and every 3×3 box contains each letter exactly once. As a bonus, one line of the solved grid spells a real nine-letter word. Solve it as fast as you can.

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Word Sudoku — frequently asked questions

Is it the same logic as sudoku?

Yes — identical rules, just letters instead of numbers, so every sudoku technique still works.

Where is the hidden word?

One row, column, or diagonal of the finished grid spells a real nine-letter word.

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