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Date: 2026-02-02
BRAKE → TRUCK
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects BRAKE to TRUCK in 6 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
BRAKE → BRAVE
Change the 4th letter K to V, turning BRAKE into BRAVE.
Step 2
BRAVE → GRAVE
Change the 1st letter B to G, turning BRAVE into GRAVE.
Step 3
GRAVE → GRACE
Change the 4th letter V to C, turning GRAVE into GRACE.
Step 4
GRACE → TRACE
Change the 1st letter G to T, turning GRACE into TRACE.
Step 5
TRACE → TRACK
Change the 5th letter E to K, turning TRACE into TRACK.
Step 6
TRACK → TRUCK
Change the 3rd letter A to U, turning TRACK into TRUCK.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 2, pos 5: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 4, 1, 4, 1, 5, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from BRAKE to TRUCK?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from BRAKE to TRUCK takes exactly 6 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
BRAKE
BRAVE
GRAVE
GRACE
TRACE
TRACK
TRUCK