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Date: 2026-01-29
GAVE → FAIR
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects GAVE to FAIR 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
GAVE → GALE
Change the 3rd letter V to L, turning GAVE into GALE.
Step 2
GALE → MALE
Change the 1st letter G to M, turning GALE into MALE.
Step 3
MALE → MALL
Change the 4th letter E to L, turning MALE into MALL.
Step 4
MALL → FALL
Change the 1st letter M to F, turning MALL into FALL.
Step 5
FALL → FAIL
Change the 3rd letter L to I, turning FALL into FAIL.
Step 6
FAIL → FAIR
Change the 4th letter L to R, turning FAIL into FAIR.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 3, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 3, 1, 4, 1, 3, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 0, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from GAVE to FAIR?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from GAVE to FAIR 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
GAVE
GALE
MALE
MALL
FALL
FAIL
FAIR