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Date: 2026-04-30
NICK → SAID
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects NICK to SAID in 6 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
NICK → RICK
Change the 1st letter N to R, turning NICK into RICK.
Step 2
RICK → RACK
Change the 2nd letter I to A, turning RICK into RACK.
Step 3
RACK → RANK
Change the 3rd letter C to N, turning RACK into RANK.
Step 4
RANK → RAND
Change the 4th letter K to D, turning RANK into RAND.
Step 5
RAND → SAND
Change the 1st letter R to S, turning RAND into SAND.
Step 6
SAND → SAID
Change the 3rd letter N to I, turning SAND into SAID.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 3 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 3, 4, 1, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from NICK to SAID?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from NICK to SAID takes exactly 6 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
NICK
RICK
RACK
RANK
RAND
SAND
SAID