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Date: 2026-06-01
DEPT → MILE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects DEPT to MILE 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
DEPT → KEPT
Change the 1st letter D to K, turning DEPT into KEPT.
Step 2
KEPT → KENT
Change the 3rd letter P to N, turning KEPT into KENT.
Step 3
KENT → MENT
Change the 1st letter K to M, turning KENT 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 → MILE
Change the 3rd letter N to L, turning MINE into MILE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 3 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 1, 2, 4, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from DEPT to MILE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from DEPT to MILE 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
DEPT
KEPT
KENT
MENT
MINT
MINE
MILE