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Date: 2026-06-10
MARK → BURN
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects MARK to BURN in 4 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
MARK → MARS
Change the 4th letter K to S, turning MARK into MARS.
Step 2
MARS → BARS
Change the 1st letter M to B, turning MARS into BARS.
Step 3
BARS → BARN
Change the 4th letter S to N, turning BARS into BARN.
Step 4
BARN → BURN
Change the 2nd letter A to U, turning BARN into BURN.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 4 (2).
Change sequence: 4, 1, 4, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 3.
Word stats: 5 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from MARK to BURN?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from MARK to BURN takes exactly 4 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
MARK
MARS
BARS
BARN
BURN