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Date: 2026-06-30
MASS → HIDE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects MASS to HIDE 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
MASS → MISS
Change the 2nd letter A to I, turning MASS into MISS.
Step 2
MISS → MINS
Change the 3rd letter S to N, turning MISS into MINS.
Step 3
MINS → WINS
Change the 1st letter M to W, turning MINS into WINS.
Step 4
WINS → WINE
Change the 4th letter S to E, turning WINS into WINE.
Step 5
WINE → WIDE
Change the 3rd letter N to D, turning WINE into WIDE.
Step 6
WIDE → HIDE
Change the 1st letter W to H, turning WIDE into HIDE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 3 (2).
Change sequence: 2, 3, 1, 4, 3, 1.
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 MASS to HIDE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from MASS to HIDE 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
MASS
MISS
MINS
WINS
WINE
WIDE
HIDE