Jidhr: daily Arabic word games
Every day, three short games in Modern Standard Arabic (fuṣḥā), the same for every player. Play in 5 to 10 minutes, then share your result on WhatsApp without spoilers. Jidhr (جذر) means “root”.
Play (in Arabic)Today’s three games
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Rawabit · روابط
Sixteen words, four groups of four: find what links them. Like Connections, with themes from across the Arab world.
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Al-Kalima · الكلمة
Guess five-letter words; the colours guide you after each try. Like Wordle, with several words at once and each word’s meaning above its grid.
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Jidhr · جذر
A three-letter root sits at the centre of a star: make as many words as you can that contain it in order. Our signature game, built on the Arabic root system.
Who is it for?
Anyone who reads Arabic fluently: native speakers, the diaspora, advanced learners. The game and its words are in Arabic; you can pick Eastern (٠١٢٣) or Western (0123) digits in the settings.
FAQ
Do I need an account?
No. Your progress and stats stay on your device.
Is it free?
Yes, in your browser, with no sign-up and no ads.
When does the puzzle change?
At midnight Mecca time (UTC+3), at the same moment for everyone.
Can I install it?
Yes: use “Add to Home Screen” in your browser. After a first visit, the game opens even offline.