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Date: 2025-12-20
HOSE → HEAD
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects HOSE to HEAD 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
HOSE → HOLE
Change the 3rd letter S to L, turning HOSE into HOLE.
Step 2
HOLE → HOLD
Change the 4th letter E to D, turning HOLE into HOLD.
Step 3
HOLD → HELD
Change the 2nd letter O to E, turning HOLD into HELD.
Step 4
HELD → HEAD
Change the 3rd letter L to A, turning HELD into HEAD.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 3 (2).
Change sequence: 3, 4, 2, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 1.
Word stats: 5 words, 7 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from HOSE to HEAD?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from HOSE to HEAD 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
HOSE
HOLE
HOLD
HELD
HEAD