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Date: 2026-03-02
SHAPED → STONES
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects SHAPED to STONES in 6 steps. This 6-letter word puzzle challenges your vocabulary and logic skills. Can you find the shortest path?
Play This PuzzleStep-by-Step Solution
Step 1
SHAPED → SHARED
Change the 4th letter P to R, turning SHAPED into SHARED.
Step 2
SHARED → SCARED
Change the 2nd letter H to C, turning SHARED into SCARED.
Step 3
SCARED → SCORED
Change the 3rd letter A to O, turning SCARED into SCORED.
Step 4
SCORED → STORED
Change the 2nd letter C to T, turning SCORED into STORED.
Step 5
STORED → STORES
Change the 6th letter D to S, turning STORED into STORES.
Step 6
STORES → STONES
Change the 4th letter R to N, turning STORES into STONES.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 2: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 2, pos 6: 1. Most-changed position: 2, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 4, 2, 3, 2, 6, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 5.
Word stats: 7 words, 11 unique letters. Start/target share 2 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from SHAPED to STONES?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from SHAPED to STONES takes exactly 6 steps.
Q: Any tips for today's puzzle?
A: This puzzle involves 6-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
SHAPED
SHARED
SCARED
SCORED
STORED
STORES
STONES