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Date: 2026-06-29
FELT → WOLF
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects FELT to WOLF 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
FELT → BELT
Change the 1st letter F to B, turning FELT into BELT.
Step 2
BELT → BOLT
Change the 2nd letter E to O, turning BELT into BOLT.
Step 3
BOLT → BOLD
Change the 4th letter T to D, turning BOLT into BOLD.
Step 4
BOLD → GOLD
Change the 1st letter B to G, turning BOLD into GOLD.
Step 5
GOLD → GOLF
Change the 4th letter D to F, turning GOLD into GOLF.
Step 6
GOLF → WOLF
Change the 1st letter G to W, turning GOLF into WOLF.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 2: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 4, 1, 4, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 5.
Word stats: 7 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from FELT to WOLF?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from FELT to WOLF 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
FELT
BELT
BOLT
BOLD
GOLD
GOLF
WOLF