How
To Play
Contexto.
The secret word is cat.
Each guess gets a number for how close it is in meaning. Lower is better. #1 is the closest to the secret word.
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#1 Kitten
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#2 Paw
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#8 Whisker
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#42 Tail
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#54 Pet
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#182 Fur
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#1,420 Car
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#5,608 Alien
Semantic proximity to cat
Three steps to be Contexto solver.
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Type a related word.
Guess a word you think fits the hidden answer. Start wide. Try animal, small, or warm.
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Follow the rank.
Every guess gets a rank. A lower rank means you are warmer. Keep guessing. Guess until the secret word.
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Hit #1 word.
Solved the level? Start a new puzzle and keep your streak alive. Each new puzzle turns up the challenge a little at a time.
What people are saying.
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The semantic ranker turns every guess into a tiny little thrill - you are always getting warmer or colder.
- SmolAlex -
Scrabble is about tiles. Contexto is about thinking. I did not realize how different those two were.
- iReadyS -
My family and I play one puzzle together every morning with coffee. It is unreasonably good.
- FilthyGosling -
The best five minutes of brain exercise hidden inside a beautifully quiet interface.
- joyofpepper
Peek inside the Contexto.
Frequently asked.
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What is Contexto?
Contexto is a word guessing game where you find the secret word by meaning instead of by matching letters. Each guess is ranked by semantic similarity, so lower numbers mean you are getting closer to the answer.
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How do you play Contexto?
To play Contexto, type any word related to the hidden answer and use the rank you get back to guide your next guess. You keep narrowing the semantic field until your word reaches rank #1.
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How does Contexto decide which word is closer?
Contexto compares your guess with the secret word using an AI language model that measures similarity in meaning. Words that are more closely related get better ranks, even when they do not share letters or spelling patterns.
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Does Contexto use AI?
Yes. Contexto uses AI to understand how words relate to each other and to rank each guess against the secret word. That is what makes the game about context and association rather than spelling.
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Where can you play Contexto?
You can play Contexto in the official iOS app linked on this site. This homepage is the official landing page for the app and sends you directly to the App Store download.
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Is Contexto available on iPhone or iOS?
Yes, Contexto is available on iPhone through the App Store. It is free to download, with optional Premium and hint purchases for players who want extra help.