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Date: 2026-03-03
TEST → BALD
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects TEST to BALD 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
TEST → BEST
Change the 1st letter T to B, turning TEST into BEST.
Step 2
BEST → BELT
Change the 3rd letter S to L, turning BEST into BELT.
Step 3
BELT → BOLT
Change the 2nd letter E to O, turning BELT into BOLT.
Step 4
BOLT → BOLD
Change the 4th letter T to D, turning BOLT into BOLD.
Step 5
BOLD → BALD
Change the 2nd letter O to A, turning BOLD into BALD.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 2 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 2, 4, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 3.
Word stats: 6 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from TEST to BALD?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from TEST to BALD 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
TEST
BEST
BELT
BOLT
BOLD
BALD