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Word for Word

In Word for Word, Luminary randomly selects one player to take the phone. They have 20 seconds to explain as many displayed words as possible without saying the word itself.

One player explains words from a phone while four friends guess together
Players
2+, no fixed limit
Intensity
Fast and lively
Best for
Groups that enjoy word games, quick thinking, and guessing together.
Format
Task format inside the decks

How to play

How a round works

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As soon as the group guesses correctly, the explaining player taps the screen for the next word. Luminary counts every correct answer and resolves the round when time runs out.

  1. Luminary picks the explainer

    One player is selected at random and takes the phone while everyone else guesses together.

  2. The 20-second timer starts

    The first word appears when the player starts the round, and the countdown begins.

  3. Explain, then tap

    Describe the word without saying it. When the group guesses correctly, tap the screen to show the next one.

  4. Count the correct words

    After 20 seconds, Luminary shows how many words the group guessed and resolves the round.

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FAQ

Word for Word FAQ

How long is a Word for Word round?
Exactly 20 seconds. In that time, one randomly selected player explains as many words as possible.
How does the next word appear?
When the group guesses correctly, the explaining player taps the screen. Luminary counts the answer and immediately shows the next word.
What are the rules for explaining a word?
Describe the displayed word without saying the word itself. The rest of the group guesses together until the explainer taps for the next word or the 20 seconds end.
How many people can play Word for Word?
Word for Word works from two people with no fixed player cap. Luminary selects one explainer and everyone else becomes the guessing audience.

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