The host gives a hint so that players know the category of the phrase. The game board contains blanks and spaces so that players know how many words are in the saying, and how many letters are in each word. Players must guess the phrase one letter at a time. Pat Sajak Reflects on Hosting ‘Wheel of Fortune’ for 40 Years (Exclusive) 'RHUGT: RHONY Legacy's Kristen Taekman Watches 'Scary Island' for First Time! (Exclusive) 'Married at First Sight': Emily's Friends Grill Brennan About His Motives (Exclusive) How Taylor Swift Dominated 2023: ‘Eras’ Tour, Travis Kelce and More! Bradley Cooper Schools 'Maestro' Co-Star Carey Mulligan on Philly Cheesesteaks (Exclusive) Andre Braugher, 'Homicide: Life on the Street' and ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ Star, Dead at 61 Hilary Duff Reveals She's Expecting Baby No. Wheel of Fortune is a word-guessing game similar to Hangman.