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Date: 2026-05-07
RIPE → TALL
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects RIPE to TALL 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
RIPE → ROPE
Change the 2nd letter I to O, turning RIPE into ROPE.
Step 2
ROPE → ROLE
Change the 3rd letter P to L, turning ROPE into ROLE.
Step 3
ROLE → ROLL
Change the 4th letter E to L, turning ROLE into ROLL.
Step 4
ROLL → TOLL
Change the 1st letter R to T, turning ROLL into TOLL.
Step 5
TOLL → TALL
Change the 2nd letter O to A, turning TOLL into TALL.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 2 (2).
Change sequence: 2, 3, 4, 1, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 2.
Word stats: 6 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from RIPE to TALL?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from RIPE to TALL 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
RIPE
ROPE
ROLE
ROLL
TOLL
TALL