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Date: 2026-01-27
SHIRT → SCOPE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects SHIRT to SCOPE in 4 steps. This 5-letter word puzzle challenges your vocabulary and logic skills. Can you find the shortest path?
Play This PuzzleStep-by-Step Solution
Step 1
SHIRT → SHORT
Change the 3rd letter I to O, turning SHIRT into SHORT.
Step 2
SHORT → SHORE
Change the 5th letter T to E, turning SHORT into SHORE.
Step 3
SHORE → SCORE
Change the 2nd letter H to C, turning SHORE into SCORE.
Step 4
SCORE → SCOPE
Change the 4th letter R to P, turning SCORE into SCOPE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1, pos 5: 1. Most-changed position: 2, 3, 4, 5 (1).
Change sequence: 3, 5, 2, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 2.
Word stats: 5 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from SHIRT to SCOPE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from SHIRT to SCOPE takes exactly 4 steps.
Q: Any tips for today's puzzle?
A: This puzzle involves 5-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
SHIRT
SHORT
SHORE
SCORE
SCOPE