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Date: 2026-05-02
FORD → YOUR
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects FORD to YOUR 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
FORD → FOOD
Change the 3rd letter R to O, turning FORD into FOOD.
Step 2
FOOD → FOOL
Change the 4th letter D to L, turning FOOD into FOOL.
Step 3
FOOL → FOUL
Change the 3rd letter O to U, turning FOOL into FOUL.
Step 4
FOUL → FOUR
Change the 4th letter L to R, turning FOUL into FOUR.
Step 5
FOUR → YOUR
Change the 1st letter F to Y, turning FOUR into YOUR.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 3, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 3, 4, 3, 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 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from FORD to YOUR?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from FORD to YOUR 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
FORD
FOOD
FOOL
FOUL
FOUR
YOUR