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Date: 2026-01-18
BEAR → HARM
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects BEAR to HARM in 7 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
BEAR → BEAT
Change the 4th letter R to T, turning BEAR into BEAT.
Step 2
BEAT → BENT
Change the 3rd letter A to N, turning BEAT into BENT.
Step 3
BENT → CENT
Change the 1st letter B to C, turning BENT into CENT.
Step 4
CENT → CANT
Change the 2nd letter E to A, turning CENT into CANT.
Step 5
CANT → CART
Change the 3rd letter N to R, turning CANT into CART.
Step 6
CART → HART
Change the 1st letter C to H, turning CART into HART.
Step 7
HART → HARM
Change the 4th letter T to M, turning HART into HARM.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 3, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 4, 3, 1, 2, 3, 1, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 5.
Word stats: 8 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from BEAR to HARM?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from BEAR to HARM takes exactly 7 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
BEAR
BEAT
BENT
CENT
CANT
CART
HART
HARM