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Date: 2026-05-13
PINS → CORK
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects PINS to CORK 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
PINS → PICS
Change the 3rd letter N to C, turning PINS into PICS.
Step 2
PICS → PICK
Change the 4th letter S to K, turning PICS into PICK.
Step 3
PICK → PACK
Change the 2nd letter I to A, turning PICK into PACK.
Step 4
PACK → PARK
Change the 3rd letter C to R, turning PACK into PARK.
Step 5
PARK → PORK
Change the 2nd letter A to O, turning PARK into PORK.
Step 6
PORK → CORK
Change the 1st letter P to C, turning PORK into CORK.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 2, 3 (2).
Change sequence: 3, 4, 2, 3, 2, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from PINS to CORK?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from PINS to CORK 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
PINS
PICS
PICK
PACK
PARK
PORK
CORK