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Date: 2025-11-08
PINK → MAKE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects PINK to MAKE in 4 steps. This 4-letter word puzzle challenges your vocabulary and logic skills. Can you find the shortest path?
Play This PuzzleStep-by-Step Solution
Step 1
PINK → PINE
Change the 4th letter K to E, turning PINK into PINE.
Step 2
PINE → MINE
Change the 1st letter P to M, turning PINE into MINE.
Step 3
MINE → MIKE
Change the 3rd letter N to K, turning MINE into MIKE.
Step 4
MIKE → MAKE
Change the 2nd letter I to A, turning MIKE into MAKE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 2, 3, 4 (1).
Change sequence: 4, 1, 3, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 2.
Word stats: 5 words, 7 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from PINK to MAKE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from PINK to MAKE takes exactly 4 steps.
Q: Any tips for today's puzzle?
A: This puzzle involves 4-letter words. A good strategy is to look for common intermediate words or focus on changing vowels first.
Q: Where can I play past Word Ladder puzzles?
A: You can access our complete archive by clicking the "Puzzle Archive" link at the bottom of the page.
Word Definitions
PINK
PINE
MINE
MIKE
MAKE