Ghashim Word Categories: All 9 Explained (with Example Words)
Every round of Ghashim draws its secret word from one of nine categories, and the one you pick sets the tone. Some are easy and family-friendly; others reward a group that knows each other well. Here is what each category feels like, with a few example words to show the kind of thing you will see, and when to reach for it.
Animals
The easiest place to start — anyone can hint about an animal without overthinking, which makes it perfect for a first round or for younger players.
Example words: Lion, dolphin, penguin, camel, elephant
Food
Universally approachable and great for mixed groups. Hints lean on taste, meals, or where you eat it, so nobody is ever stuck for something to say.
Example words: Pizza, mango, falafel, chocolate, rice
Places
Runs from a single room to a whole country, so hints can describe what you do there or what it looks like. A dependable all-rounder for any table.
Example words: Beach, airport, hospital, museum, desert
Sports
Rewards groups who follow sport and can trip up a spy who does not — hints about rules or equipment are hard to fake convincingly.
Example words: Football, tennis, boxing, swimming, chess
Jobs
Everyday professions everyone recognises. Hints revolve around tasks and tools, which keeps rounds fair across a mixed-age group.
Example words: Doctor, teacher, chef, pilot, farmer
Movies
The most culture-dependent category — brilliant with friends who share taste in films, tougher when your watchlists barely overlap.
Example words: Titanic, Frozen, Avatar, Joker, Shrek
Brands
Instantly recognisable names that make for fast, punchy hints about products or logos. A good pick when you want quick rounds.
Example words: Nike, Coca-Cola, Apple, Netflix, Toyota
Objects
Ordinary things you can describe by shape, use, or where they live. Reliable and easy, with plenty of room for clever misdirection.
Example words: Umbrella, mirror, key, candle, ladder
Random
Pulls from every other category at once, so no one can lean on a theme. The hardest mode for the spy and the most unpredictable for everyone — save it for experienced groups.
Example words: Anything from the eight categories above
FAQ
How many categories does Ghashim have?
Nine: Animals, Food, Places, Sports, Jobs, Movies, Brands, Objects, and Random. You can pick one to match your group or let the app choose for you.
Which Ghashim category is best for beginners?
Animals, Food, and Objects are the friendliest for a first game — the words are everyday and easy to hint about, so new and younger players can join in without feeling stuck.
What does the Random category do?
Random draws the secret word from any of the other eight categories, so the group cannot rely on a theme. It is the toughest mode for the spy and the most unpredictable overall.
Can you choose the category in Ghashim?
Yes. Before each round you can pick any of the nine categories, or let the app select one at random if you would rather be surprised.