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Date: 2026-02-04
FEEL → GAVE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects FEEL to GAVE 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
FEEL → FELL
Change the 3rd letter E to L, turning FEEL into FELL.
Step 2
FELL → TELL
Change the 1st letter F to T, turning FELL into TELL.
Step 3
TELL → TALL
Change the 2nd letter E to A, turning TELL into TALL.
Step 4
TALL → TALE
Change the 4th letter L to E, turning TALL into TALE.
Step 5
TALE → GALE
Change the 1st letter T to G, turning TALE into GALE.
Step 6
GALE → GAVE
Change the 3rd letter L to V, turning GALE into GAVE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 3 (2).
Change sequence: 3, 1, 2, 4, 1, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 3.
Word stats: 7 words, 7 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from FEEL to GAVE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from FEEL to GAVE 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
FEEL
FELL
TELL
TALL
TALE
GALE
GAVE