NYT Mini Crossword

Capital of Vietnam NYT Crossword Clue

2D | 5 letters

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HANOI

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Why This Answer Fits

HANOI is the place named by the geography clue.

Grid entry: HANOI in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
HANOI has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 2D.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 5-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Capital of Vietnam", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a direct clue.

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 5-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 2D in the NYT Mini Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.

Position 2D

Answer length 5

Puzzle type Mini

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Clue History

June 22, 2026 Mini / 2D / 5 letters

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