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Date: 2025-11-19
BEAT → FOOL
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects BEAT to FOOL 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
BEAT → BOAT
Change the 2nd letter E to O, turning BEAT into BOAT.
Step 2
BOAT → BOOT
Change the 3rd letter A to O, turning BOAT into BOOT.
Step 3
BOOT → FOOT
Change the 1st letter B to F, turning BOOT into FOOT.
Step 4
FOOT → FOOL
Change the 4th letter T to L, turning FOOT into FOOL.
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: 2, 3, 1, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 2.
Word stats: 5 words, 7 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from BEAT to FOOL?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from BEAT to FOOL 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
BEAT
BOAT
BOOT
FOOT
FOOL