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Date: 2026-05-19
KING → FAST
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects KING to FAST in 7 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
KING → WING
Change the 1st letter K to W, turning KING into WING.
Step 2
WING → WINE
Change the 4th letter G to E, turning WING into WINE.
Step 3
WINE → WISE
Change the 3rd letter N to S, turning WINE into WISE.
Step 4
WISE → WISH
Change the 4th letter E to H, turning WISE into WISH.
Step 5
WISH → FISH
Change the 1st letter W to F, turning WISH into FISH.
Step 6
FISH → FIST
Change the 4th letter H to T, turning FISH into FIST.
Step 7
FIST → FAST
Change the 2nd letter I to A, turning FIST into FAST.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 3. Most-changed position: 4 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 4, 3, 4, 1, 4, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 8 words, 11 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from KING to FAST?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from KING to FAST takes exactly 7 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
KING
WING
WINE
WISE
WISH
FISH
FIST
FAST