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Date: 2026-07-18
BRAS → GIFT
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects BRAS to GIFT in 7 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
BRAS → BIAS
Change the 2nd letter R to I, turning BRAS into BIAS.
Step 2
BIAS → BITS
Change the 3rd letter A to T, turning BIAS into BITS.
Step 3
BITS → BITE
Change the 4th letter S to E, turning BITS into BITE.
Step 4
BITE → LITE
Change the 1st letter B to L, turning BITE into LITE.
Step 5
LITE → LIFE
Change the 3rd letter T to F, turning LITE into LIFE.
Step 6
LIFE → LIFT
Change the 4th letter E to T, turning LIFE into LIFT.
Step 7
LIFT → GIFT
Change the 1st letter L to G, turning LIFT into GIFT.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 3, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 2, 3, 4, 1, 3, 4, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 0, V→C 2, C→V 2, C→C 3.
Word stats: 8 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from BRAS to GIFT?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from BRAS to GIFT takes exactly 7 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
BRAS
BIAS
BITS
BITE
LITE
LIFE
LIFT
GIFT