How the Word Chain Works
Each adjacent pair forms a compound word or phrase.
Find the three that connect.
sunflower → flowerpot → pothole → punch hole
Fresh Daily Challenge
A new puzzle every day at midnight. No repeats.
Quick & Satisfying
Most players solve in under 3 minutes. Perfect for your coffee break.
No Account Needed
Just open and play. Your streak saves automatically on your device.
Create your own chain.
Link five words on any theme, add a few decoys, and share your puzzle with friends.
Build a Chain →Frequently Asked Questions
Hi! I'm Deidre, the creator of ChainWhich. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions.
How do you play ChainWhich?
You get six words - three belong in the chain, three are decoys. Arrange the correct words so every adjacent pair forms a compound word or phrase - that's the compound word chain. You have three attempts. It's a quick daily word game.
How is ChainWhich different from Connections?
NYT Connections groups words into four categories. In ChainWhich words must be arranged into a chain where each pair forms a compound word or phrase - plus decoy words that don't belong, adding a layer of deduction.
Is ChainWhich free?
Completely free. No account, no download, no ads, no paywalls. Open chainwhich.com and play.
Can I make my own puzzle?
Yes - build a five-word chain on any theme, add a few decoys, and share it by link. It's playable for 14 days, no account needed.
About the Creator
I'm Deidre, and I live in Austin, Texas.
I love puzzles and games, so I created ChainWhich. I hope you like it too.
I create and curate every puzzle and read every email sent to
[email protected].
Send your theme ideas, suggestions for improvements, and feedback. I will implement as many as I practically can.