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Date: 2026-04-12
RICH → FEED
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects RICH to FEED in 8 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
RICH → RICE
Change the 4th letter H to E, turning RICH into RICE.
Step 2
RICE → MICE
Change the 1st letter R to M, turning RICE into MICE.
Step 3
MICE → MILE
Change the 3rd letter C to L, turning MICE into MILE.
Step 4
MILE → FILE
Change the 1st letter M to F, turning MILE into FILE.
Step 5
FILE → FILL
Change the 4th letter E to L, turning FILE into FILL.
Step 6
FILL → FELL
Change the 2nd letter I to E, turning FILL into FELL.
Step 7
FELL → FEEL
Change the 3rd letter L to E, turning FELL into FEEL.
Step 8
FEEL → FEED
Change the 4th letter L to D, turning FEEL into FEED.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 3. Most-changed position: 4 (3).
Change sequence: 4, 1, 3, 1, 4, 2, 3, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 2, C→C 4.
Word stats: 9 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from RICH to FEED?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from RICH to FEED takes exactly 8 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
RICH
RICE
MICE
MILE
FILE
FILL
FELL
FEEL
FEED