Articulate!

Concentra, Drumond Park Ltd., Grandi Giochi · Board game · 1992
4–8 · best 6 60 min Weight 1.2/5
rating Ludopedia
6.5 rating BGG
Buy
rating Ludopedia
6.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict

The king of parties! Perfect for those who love to laugh and test their vocabulary with friends.

Highlights
  • Dynamic and super fun
  • Super simple rules
  • Ideal for large groups
  • Guaranteed laughs
Keep in mind
  • Requires mental quickness
  • Can get noisy
RECOMMENDED
Rules manual not indexed yet Upload the PDF rulebook to ask questions about this game with AI.
About the game
If you want to test your mental connection with your friends (or discover they can't describe a 'unflower' without using the word 'flower'), Articulate! is your game! The dynamic is classic and addictive: you split into pairs and the challenge is to get your partner to guess as many words as possible from a specific category (like People, Objects, or Nature) before the sand timer runs out. But hold on, there's a catch: you can only pass once per round! Each correct guess moves your pawn forward on the board, but the game has its twists. If you land on special spaces, you can spin a spinner to gain a boost or, even better, send your opponent backward. The big climax happens when someone reaches the end of the board and must correctly answer a 'pade' category to secure the win. It's a game of pure mental agility and communication, where the biggest enemy isn't the opponent, but the ticking clock and your own struggle to find the right words under pressure. It's the kind of game that turns any family gathering or friend hangout into a loud, laughter-filled competition, especially when someone tries to describe something complex in a completely wrong way!
Other Games You'll Like
Rules videos

In English

BEST PLAYER COUNT
4 REC
5 REC
6 BEST
7 REC
8 BEST
WHERE TO BUY
Finding best prices...
Game details

Mechanics

Families

Components: Sand Timers Game: Articulate! Series: MiniGames (Drumond Park)
Publisher Concentra, Drumond Park Ltd., Grandi Giochi, iGRANDiA, Nilco S.A., Tomy, Ventura Games
Designer Andrew Bryceson
Artist (Uncredited)
Community
3,676 owners
0 wishlist
0 played
3,676 interactions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players is this game for?
Articulate! shines with 4 to 8 players divided into pairs, but you can adapt it for more!
How long does a game last?
Games are quick, taking about 60 minutes, making it ideal to keep the group engaged.
Is the game difficult?
The rules are super easy to learn; the real challenge is your mental speed under pressure.
What's in the box?
The game includes a board, category cards, sand timers, pawns, and a spinner for twists.
Is it good for kids?
Yes! As long as they have the vocabulary, kids and adults have a blast together.