Contexto Tips & Strategies

Master the Art of Word Association

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Start with Broad Categories

•Begin with general topics like animals, colors, or emotions
•Try common nouns like "house", "car", "food", or "work"
•Use basic verbs such as "run", "eat", "think", or "feel"
•These broad words help establish the semantic field

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Narrow Down with Context Clues

•Pay attention to the ranking of your guesses
•If "animal" ranks well, try specific animals like "dog" or "cat"
•Use synonyms and related words to explore the semantic space
•Look for patterns in what ranks higher vs lower

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Think Beyond Direct Associations

•Consider emotional or conceptual connections
•Think about situations where the word might be used
•Explore different parts of speech (noun, verb, adjective)
•Consider cultural or contextual meanings

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Use Mental Word Mapping

•Create mental categories as you play
•Group your guesses by themes or rankings
•Eliminate categories that rank poorly
•Focus on the most promising semantic areas

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Advanced Techniques

•Try compound words or phrases related to high-ranking guesses
•Use descriptive words that might relate to the target
•Consider temporal aspects (past, present, future)
•Think about sensory associations (sight, sound, touch, etc.)

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

•Don't get stuck on one category too long
•Avoid trying random words without thought
•Don't ignore the ranking system - it's your best guide
•Don't give up after a few low-ranking guesses

🏆 Practice Makes Perfect

The more you play Contexto, the better you'll become at recognizing word patterns and associations. Each puzzle teaches you something new about language and meaning.

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