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Date: 2026-01-12
REST → LION
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects REST to LION 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
REST → BEST
Change the 1st letter R to B, turning REST into BEST.
Step 2
BEST → BEAT
Change the 3rd letter S to A, turning BEST into BEAT.
Step 3
BEAT → BEAN
Change the 4th letter T to N, turning BEAT into BEAN.
Step 4
BEAN → LEAN
Change the 1st letter B to L, turning BEAN into LEAN.
Step 5
LEAN → LEON
Change the 3rd letter A to O, turning LEAN into LEON.
Step 6
LEON → LION
Change the 2nd letter E to I, turning LEON into LION.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 3 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 4, 1, 3, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 3.
Word stats: 7 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from REST to LION?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from REST to LION 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
REST
BEST
BEAT
BEAN
LEAN
LEON
LION