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Date: 2026-07-30
MOVE → FUNK
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects MOVE to FUNK 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
MOVE → LOVE
Change the 1st letter M to L, turning MOVE into LOVE.
Step 2
LOVE → LIVE
Change the 2nd letter O to I, turning LOVE into LIVE.
Step 3
LIVE → FIVE
Change the 1st letter L to F, turning LIVE into FIVE.
Step 4
FIVE → FINE
Change the 3rd letter V to N, turning FIVE into FINE.
Step 5
FINE → FIND
Change the 4th letter E to D, turning FINE into FIND.
Step 6
FIND → FUND
Change the 2nd letter I to U, turning FIND into FUND.
Step 7
FUND → FUNK
Change the 4th letter D to K, turning FUND into FUNK.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 2, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 1, 3, 4, 2, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 4.
Word stats: 8 words, 11 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from MOVE to FUNK?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from MOVE to FUNK 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
MOVE
LOVE
LIVE
FIVE
FINE
FIND
FUND
FUNK