If you are playing the New York Times Connections puzzle for May 27, 2025, and find yourself stuck, we are here to help. Connections is a word association game where you group 16 words into four categories based on common themes.
Today’s puzzle features four categories with different difficulty levels, marked by colors: Yellow (easiest), Green, Blue, and Purple (hardest).
Here are hints for each category:
- Yellow Category: All words share a common shape.
- Green Category: Words are found in airports.
- Blue Category: Related to guitar playing techniques.
- Purple Category: These are things characters were transformed into in “Beauty and the Beast.”
The exact category names and answers for today are:
Yellow – ROUND FLAT THINGS
Coaster, Frisbee, Pancake, Record
Green – AIRPORT FEATURES
Carousel, Food Court, Gate, Lounge
Blue – GUITAR PLAYING TECHNIQUES
Bend, Pick, Slide, Strum
Purple – WHAT CHARACTERS WERE TRANSFORMED INTO IN “BEAUTY AND THE BEAST”
Beast, Candelabra, Clock, Teacup
To solve the puzzle faster, remember that simple connections are often the key. Avoid overthinking and focus on the most obvious links between words. Also, be careful with your guesses because you only get four attempts per day. Using the Shuffle button before starting can help by reducing misdirection from the initial layout.
Whether you are new or an experienced player, these hints and answers will help you enjoy today’s Connections puzzle more.
