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Date: 2026-05-12
HOLE → HALF
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects HOLE to HALF 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
HOLE → POLE
Change the 1st letter H to P, turning HOLE into POLE.
Step 2
POLE → PALE
Change the 2nd letter O to A, turning POLE into PALE.
Step 3
PALE → MALE
Change the 1st letter P to M, turning PALE into MALE.
Step 4
MALE → MALL
Change the 4th letter E to L, turning MALE into MALL.
Step 5
MALL → HALL
Change the 1st letter M to H, turning MALL into HALL.
Step 6
HALL → HALF
Change the 4th letter L to F, turning HALL into HALF.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 2: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 1, 4, 1, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 2 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from HOLE to HALF?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from HOLE to HALF 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
HOLE
POLE
PALE
MALE
MALL
HALL
HALF