The Spanagram is usually the toughest thing. First of all, solve all the small words to reduce the inventory of used letters. It’ll help make spotting the Spanagram easier.
1) Understand the Spanagram
a) The Spanagram is a word or phrase related to the puzzle’s theme, spanning two opposite edges of the grid. It’s typically the longest and most intricate word or phrase.
2) Identify Starting and Ending Points
a) Look for letters on the edges of the grid that might serve as starting and ending points for the Spanagram.
b) Pay attention to the clue, as it often hints at the Spanagram’s structure.
3) Group the Remaining Letters
a) Once other words are found, the remaining letters often form the Spanagram. Rearrange these letters mentally or on paper.
4) Think of Related Phrases
a) If the theme is “Cooking Tools,” and the Spanagram clue suggests a two-word phrase, think of terms like “chef’s knife” or “mixing bowl.”
5) Test for Connections
a) The Spanagram path will curve through the grid, touching several intermediate letters. Test plausible connections by mentally tracing potential paths.
6) Spot Common Letter Patterns
a) Look for common prefixes, suffixes, or letter pairings (e.g., “to,” “ing,” “er”) to piece together the Spanagram.
