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Date: 2026-02-09
TILE → TAGS
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects TILE to TAGS 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
TILE → FILE
Change the 1st letter T to F, turning TILE into FILE.
Step 2
FILE → FIRE
Change the 3rd letter L to R, turning FILE into FIRE.
Step 3
FIRE → FARE
Change the 2nd letter I to A, turning FIRE into FARE.
Step 4
FARE → BARE
Change the 1st letter F to B, turning FARE into BARE.
Step 5
BARE → BARS
Change the 4th letter E to S, turning BARE into BARS.
Step 6
BARS → BAGS
Change the 3rd letter R to G, turning BARS into BAGS.
Step 7
BAGS → TAGS
Change the 1st letter B to T, turning BAGS into TAGS.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 2, 1, 4, 3, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 5.
Word stats: 8 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from TILE to TAGS?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from TILE to TAGS 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
TILE
FILE
FIRE
FARE
BARE
BARS
BAGS
TAGS