Today’s NYT Spelling Bee puzzle was especially satisfying because it offered not just one, but two perfect pangrams hidden inside a clean, well-balanced letter set. With G fixed at the center, every valid word had to include that consonant, and the surrounding letters immediately suggested growth- and change-related vocabulary.

This was a puzzle that rewarded solvers who slowed down, rearranged the full letter set, and stayed open to both everyday and slightly technical English.

Today’s Letter Set

• Center letter: G

• Outer letters: U, N, A, T, E, M

Standard Spelling Bee rules apply:

• Words must be at least four letters long

• Every word must include G

• Only the given letters may be used

• Letters may be repeated

NYT Spelling Bee pangram examples

How I Solved Today’s Puzzle

I began the solve by anchoring myself with short, familiar words. GAME, GATE, and GNAT appeared quickly and confirmed that this puzzle leaned toward clear, dictionary-standard vocabulary rather than slang or obscure constructions.

Next, I noticed how naturally the letters A, U, N, T, E, and M grouped together around G. That combination often signals words related to increase, change, or biological processes, so instead of continuing to chase small words, I rearranged all seven letters together.

That’s when the first clean solution appeared. AUGMENT jumped out immediately—short, elegant, and using every letter exactly once. A textbook perfect pangram. After that, I tried rearranging the same letters again, looking for an alternative structure. With a slightly more technical lens, another valid word surfaced: MUTAGEN. Different meaning, same perfect use of letters.

Finding two perfect pangrams in one puzzle is always a highlight, and today’s grid delivered exactly that.

Today’s Perfect Pangrams

AUGMENT

Uses all seven letters exactly once:
A · U · G · M · E · N · T
Meaning: to increase or make greater

MUTAGEN

Also uses all seven letters exactly once:
M · U · T · A · G · E · N
Meaning: an agent that causes genetic mutation

NYT Spelling Bee often pairs a common pangram with a scientific or technical one, and today’s puzzle is a perfect example of that design choice.

All Valid Spelling Bee Words

Here is the complete and verified word list for today’s puzzle:

4 LETTER WORDS

• AGUE
• GAGA
• GAGE
• GAME
• GANG
• GATE
• GENE
• GENT
• GNAT
• MAGE
• MEGA
• MUNG
• TANG

5 LETTER WORDS

• AGATE
• AGENT
• GAMMA
• GAMUT
• GAUGE
• GAUNT
• MAGMA
• MANGA
• MANGE
• UNTAG

6 LETTER WORDS

• ENGAGE
• GAMETE
• GANNET
• GATEAU
• GUNMAN
• GUNMEN
• MAGNET
• MAGNUM
• MANAGE
• NAGATE
• NUGGET
• NUTMEG

7 LETTER WORDS

• AUGMENT  (perfect pangram)

• MUTAGEN  (perfect pangram)

• MAGENTA
• MAGNATE
• NAMETAG
• TANGENT
• TEENAGE
• UNGUENT

8+ LETTER WORDS

• ENGAGEMENT
• MANAGEMENT

Each word:

• Includes the mandatory center letter G

• Uses only the allowed letters

• Meets NYT Spelling Bee length rules

Solving Tips That Worked Today

• Rearrange all letters early: Perfect pangrams often reveal themselves this way.

• Expect multiple pangrams: Balanced grids sometimes hide more than one.

• Mix everyday and technical thinking: NYT loves that contrast.

• Build confidence with short words first: They help confirm the grid’s tone.

 Wrapping Up Today’s Hive

The January 22, 2026 Spelling Bee puzzle was a standout thanks to its two perfect pangrams. Discovering AUGMENT felt immediately rewarding, while uncovering MUTAGEN added an extra layer of depth and challenge. Together, they made this a memorable and satisfying solve.

If you enjoy solving daily Spelling Bee puzzles—or want to sharpen your pangram-spotting skills and expand your vocabulary—Spelling Better turns spelling practice into a fun, competitive learning experience with daily challenges, real-time matches, flashcards, and smart word games.

Happy spelling, and see you tomorrow!