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Date: 2026-05-21
BEAN → LINK
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects BEAN to LINK 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
BEAN → MEAN
Change the 1st letter B to M, turning BEAN into MEAN.
Step 2
MEAN → MEAT
Change the 4th letter N to T, turning MEAN into MEAT.
Step 3
MEAT → MENT
Change the 3rd letter A to N, turning MEAT into MENT.
Step 4
MENT → MINT
Change the 2nd letter E to I, turning MENT into MINT.
Step 5
MINT → MINE
Change the 4th letter T to E, turning MINT into MINE.
Step 6
MINE → LINE
Change the 1st letter M to L, turning MINE into LINE.
Step 7
LINE → LINK
Change the 4th letter E to K, turning LINE into LINK.
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, 2, 4, 1, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 2, C→V 1, C→C 3.
Word stats: 8 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from BEAN to LINK?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from BEAN to LINK 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
BEAN
MEAN
MEAT
MENT
MINT
MINE
LINE
LINK