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Date: 2026-01-09
SHOW → FEET
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects SHOW to FEET in 8 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
SHOW → SHOP
Change the 4th letter W to P, turning SHOW into SHOP.
Step 2
SHOP → STOP
Change the 2nd letter H to T, turning SHOP into STOP.
Step 3
STOP → STEP
Change the 3rd letter O to E, turning STOP into STEP.
Step 4
STEP → STEM
Change the 4th letter P to M, turning STEP into STEM.
Step 5
STEM → SEEM
Change the 2nd letter T to E, turning STEM into SEEM.
Step 6
SEEM → SEED
Change the 4th letter M to D, turning SEEM into SEED.
Step 7
SEED → FEED
Change the 1st letter S to F, turning SEED into FEED.
Step 8
FEED → FEET
Change the 4th letter D to T, turning FEED into FEET.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 4. Most-changed position: 4 (4).
Change sequence: 4, 2, 3, 4, 2, 4, 1, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 6.
Word stats: 9 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from SHOW to FEET?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from SHOW to FEET takes exactly 8 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
SHOW
SHOP
STOP
STEP
STEM
SEEM
SEED
FEED
FEET