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Date: 2026-01-03
FILE → KENT
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects FILE to KENT in 5 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
FILE → MILE
Change the 1st letter F to M, turning FILE into MILE.
Step 2
MILE → MINE
Change the 3rd letter L to N, turning MILE into MINE.
Step 3
MINE → MINT
Change the 4th letter E to T, turning MINE into MINT.
Step 4
MINT → MENT
Change the 2nd letter I to E, turning MINT into MENT.
Step 5
MENT → KENT
Change the 1st letter M to K, turning MENT into KENT.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 4, 2, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 3.
Word stats: 6 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from FILE to KENT?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from FILE to KENT takes exactly 5 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
FILE
MILE
MINE
MINT
MENT
KENT