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Date: 2026-02-20
WENT → FATE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects WENT to FATE in 5 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
WENT → WANT
Change the 2nd letter E to A, turning WENT into WANT.
Step 2
WANT → WATT
Change the 3rd letter N to T, turning WANT into WATT.
Step 3
WATT → MATT
Change the 1st letter W to M, turning WATT into MATT.
Step 4
MATT → MATE
Change the 4th letter T to E, turning MATT into MATE.
Step 5
MATE → FATE
Change the 1st letter M to F, turning MATE into FATE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (2).
Change sequence: 2, 3, 1, 4, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 3.
Word stats: 6 words, 7 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from WENT to FATE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from WENT to FATE takes exactly 5 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
WENT
WANT
WATT
MATT
MATE
FATE