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Date: 2025-11-09
GANG → PATH
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects GANG to PATH in 6 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
GANG → HANG
Change the 1st letter G to H, turning GANG into HANG.
Step 2
HANG → HANS
Change the 4th letter G to S, turning HANG into HANS.
Step 3
HANS → HATS
Change the 3rd letter N to T, turning HANS into HATS.
Step 4
HATS → MATS
Change the 1st letter H to M, turning HATS into MATS.
Step 5
MATS → MATH
Change the 4th letter S to H, turning MATS into MATH.
Step 6
MATH → PATH
Change the 1st letter M to P, turning MATH into PATH.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 4, 3, 1, 4, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 0, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 6.
Word stats: 7 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from GANG to PATH?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from GANG to PATH takes exactly 6 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
GANG
HANG
HANS
HATS
MATS
MATH
PATH