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Date: 2026-05-11
SEAS → HARD
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects SEAS to HARD 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
SEAS → SEES
Change the 3rd letter A to E, turning SEAS into SEES.
Step 2
SEES → SEED
Change the 4th letter S to D, turning SEES into SEED.
Step 3
SEED → SEND
Change the 3rd letter E to N, turning SEED into SEND.
Step 4
SEND → SAND
Change the 2nd letter E to A, turning SEND into SAND.
Step 5
SAND → HAND
Change the 1st letter S to H, turning SAND into HAND.
Step 6
HAND → HARD
Change the 3rd letter N to R, turning HAND into HARD.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 3, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 3 (3).
Change sequence: 3, 4, 3, 2, 1, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 3.
Word stats: 7 words, 7 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from SEAS to HARD?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from SEAS to HARD 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
SEAS
SEES
SEED
SEND
SAND
HAND
HARD