Charades Generator: words, timer and scoreboard
Random charades words by category and difficulty, with a round timer and team scores.
Team A is up
Ready?
Press start and show the word only to the actor.
60s left
Everything you need for a charades night on one screen: a random word, a countdown, and a scoreboard for two teams. Choose categories like Animals, Jobs or Sports and set the difficulty for your crowd.
How to use the charades generator
- Pick a category and difficulty (or leave both on All).
- Set the round length and press Start round.
- The actor sees the word and acts it out — no talking!
- Press Got it for a point or Skip for a new word. Teams swap when time's up.
Ideas and tips
- Agree on signals first: fingers for number of words, ear-tug for 'sounds like'.
- Easy words are perfect for under-8s; Hard works for teens and adults.
- Use a 60-second round for groups, 90 for younger kids.
- Hold the screen so only the actor can see it.
Frequently asked questions
How many words are included?
336 — 14 per difficulty level in each of 8 categories.
Can young kids play?
Yes. Pick Easy and categories like Animals or Actions.
Do I need an account?
No. Everything runs in your browser.
Can I show one word without the timer?
Yes — use 'Just give me a word'.