Spelling Bee Hints Today: Answers & Grid for January 8, 2026

Daily Update: Today’s Spelling Bee is a tough one! With ‘C’ at the center and a tricky set of letters (A, H, I, L, N, O), finding the Pangram feels like a real puzzle. Whether you just need a small nudge or the full word list for January 8, we’ve got you covered right here.

Stuck on today’s NYT Spelling Bee (January 8, 2026)? You are in the right place. The hive is centered around C, and finding all 41 words can be tricky.

Whether you need a small nudge or the full answer list, we have you covered. Below, you will find spoiler-free hints, a breakdown of the grid, and the complete solution.

Expert Analysis & Stats

Today’s puzzle allows for a maximum score of 141. Based on the letter mix, we rate this grid as Moderate difficulty.

• Bingo? No
• Total Words: 41
• Pangrams: 1

Word Length Breakdown

Here is how many words you need to find by length:

Spelling Bee Hints (Spoiler-Free)

Use these starting pairs to nudge your brain in the right direction without spoiling the fun.

Starting Two Letters

Pangram Hint

Today’s puzzle has 1 pangram(s) (words that use all 7 letters).

Spelling Bee Answers Today (January 8, 2026)

Here is the verified list of all 41 words. Tap any word to cross it off your list.

Strategy Guide: How to Master the Hive

Getting to Genius rank isn’t just about knowing big words. It is about seeing patterns. Here are a few tips:

1. Rotate the Hive

Stuck? Use the shuffle button. Changing the letter positions helps you spot compound words and suffixes you might have missed.

2. Focus on the Center

Since C is required, try to pair it mentally with every other letter. For example, if the center is ‘P’ and you have an ‘L’, look for ‘PL’ starts or ‘LP’ endings.

3. Look for Suffixes

Common endings like -ING, -ED, or -TION are gold mines. If you find a base word, always check if you can add these endings to score easy points.

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