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Date: 2026-07-08
JOIN → BOOL
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects JOIN to BOOL 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
JOIN → COIN
Change the 1st letter J to C, turning JOIN into COIN.
Step 2
COIN → CORN
Change the 3rd letter I to R, turning COIN into CORN.
Step 3
CORN → CORK
Change the 4th letter N to K, turning CORN into CORK.
Step 4
CORK → COOK
Change the 3rd letter R to O, turning CORK into COOK.
Step 5
COOK → BOOK
Change the 1st letter C to B, turning COOK into BOOK.
Step 6
BOOK → BOOL
Change the 4th letter K to L, turning BOOK into BOOL.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 3, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 4, 3, 1, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 0, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from JOIN to BOOL?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from JOIN to BOOL 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
JOIN
COIN
CORN
CORK
COOK
BOOK
BOOL