Strands puzzle for June 7, 2025: Theme, hints, and full answers

NYT Strands

Struggling with today’s Strands puzzle from The New York Times? Whether you’re new to the game or a regular looking for a nudge, we’ve compiled everything you need — from light hints to the final answers, including the Spangram. Here’s a breakdown of the Strands puzzle for Saturday, June 7, 2025.

Strands is one of NYT Games’ newer daily puzzles. You’re presented with a 6x8 grid filled with letters, and the goal is to uncover theme-based words hidden within. Each puzzle revolves around a specific theme, and all the correct words relate to it. There’s also one long word or phrase called the Spangram, which connects two sides of the grid and reflects the day’s overall theme.

The theme for today is “I am what I am.” Think of terms we use to describe people, identity, or existence. If you’re unsure how to start, consider words that reflect being human or individual traits.

Need a gentle push? Here are two helpful clues:

• Clue #1: A creature that lives and dies — not divine (Answer: MORTAL)

• Clue #2: A vague reference to a person — often used when the exact identity is unknown (Answer: SOMEONE)

• Starts with: “BE”

• Direction: Vertical

• Clue: A phrase that means to stay true to yourself

• Spangram: BeYourself

• Theme words:

1. SOUL

2. HUMAN

3. MORTAL

4. PERSON

5. INDIVIDUAL

6. SOMEONE