Guess the Country by Its Shape: Daily Tips
To guess a country by its shape, start with a big country near the middle of the map, then follow the arrow and the distance. Each guess tells you how many km away the answer is and in which direction; a closeness score above 90% means you are next door. Use the outline last: once you know the region, compare coasts, islands and long borders.
How the Daily works
The Daily shows the outline of one country, the same for everyone each day. You have 6 tries. After each guess you see the distance from your country to the answer, an arrow pointing toward it and a closeness score (100% = right on it). If you have played Worldle, it works the same way.
Play it here: Flag Quiz (choose Daily).
1. A first guess that narrows things down
Start with a large country near the middle of the map, such as Egypt, Kazakhstan or Libya: wherever the answer is, the arrow and distance will cut the world in half.
2. Read the distance like a circle
The answer lies on a circle around your guess, at that distance. The arrow tells you which part of the circle. Your second guess should sit right on that part of the circle.
3. Use the closeness score
- Above 90%: a neighbour or very near; think of countries that share a border with your guess.
- 70–90%: same region of the world.
- Below 50%: the other side of the planet; trust the arrow.
4. Then look at the shape
Once you know the region, the outline settles it: island countries have no land borders, long thin countries run along a coast, and boot or horn shapes are easy to remember.
5. Hints, if you need them
Teach me gives the continent, then the first letter of the name, then the flag. Use them in that order and only when you are stuck.
Frequently asked questions
How many tries do you get in the Daily?
6 tries. After each guess you see the distance, the direction and a closeness score.
What is a good first guess?
A large, central country like Egypt or Kazakhstan, so the arrow and distance narrow the world down fast.
What does the closeness score mean?
How near your guess is, from 0% (the other side of the world) to 100% (the answer). Above 90% usually means a neighbour.
Is the Daily the same for everyone?
Yes, the same country for everyone every day, in every language.
Can I get hints?
Yes: Teach me gives the continent, then the first letter, then the flag.