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Date: 2025-11-12
GANG → FOLK
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects GANG to FOLK 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 → BANG
Change the 1st letter G to B, turning GANG into BANG.
Step 2
BANG → BAND
Change the 4th letter G to D, turning BANG into BAND.
Step 3
BAND → BOND
Change the 2nd letter A to O, turning BAND into BOND.
Step 4
BOND → BOLD
Change the 3rd letter N to L, turning BOND into BOLD.
Step 5
BOLD → FOLD
Change the 1st letter B to F, turning BOLD into FOLD.
Step 6
FOLD → FOLK
Change the 4th letter D to K, turning FOLD into FOLK.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 4, 2, 3, 1, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 5.
Word stats: 7 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from GANG to FOLK?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from GANG to FOLK 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
BANG
BAND
BOND
BOLD
FOLD
FOLK