Crossword Helper

Enter the letters you know and use _ (underscore) or ? for each unknown position. Find every word that fits your crossword clue.

Use _ or ? for each unknown letter · Known letters appear highlighted

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How to Solve Crossword Clues

Enter the Pattern

Use known letters from your crossword grid and _ or ? for each blank square.

Match the Length

The number of characters you enter determines the exact word length — no guessing needed.

Pick Your Answer

Browse all valid words that fit your pattern, sorted by Scrabble score for quick scanning.

Crossword Helper FAQ

How do I use the crossword pattern search?

Enter known letters in their exact positions and use _ (underscore) or ? (question mark) for each letter you don't know. For example, if you know a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with LE, type A__LE. The solver instantly shows every word that matches.

Can I search for words with only some letters known?

Yes. You can mix known letters and unknowns freely. _OG finds all 3-letter words ending in OG (BOG, COG, DOG, FOG, HOG, JOG, LOG, etc.). _IGHT finds all words ending in IGHT (BIGHT, FIGHT, LIGHT, MIGHT, NIGHT, RIGHT, SIGHT, TIGHT, etc.).

What's the difference between _ and ? in the pattern?

Both work the same — they each represent exactly one unknown letter. You can mix them freely. A__LE and A??LE give identical results.

What are the most common crossword answer patterns?

Crossword constructors love words with alternating vowels and consonants: AREAS, IRATE, OASES, AERIE. Plurals and past tenses are common: -S, -ED, -ER endings appear constantly. Short words (3–5 letters) appear most frequently. Learn ERA, ORE, ALE, ODE, and other common 3-letter fillers.