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Date: 2026-08-21
FILM → SEEK
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects FILM to SEEK 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
FILM → FILL
Change the 4th letter M to L, turning FILM into FILL.
Step 2
FILL → FELL
Change the 2nd letter I to E, turning FILL into FELL.
Step 3
FELL → FEEL
Change the 3rd letter L to E, turning FELL into FEEL.
Step 4
FEEL → FEED
Change the 4th letter L to D, turning FEEL into FEED.
Step 5
FEED → SEED
Change the 1st letter F to S, turning FEED into SEED.
Step 6
SEED → SEEK
Change the 4th letter D to K, turning SEED into SEEK.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 3. Most-changed position: 4 (3).
Change sequence: 4, 2, 3, 4, 1, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from FILM to SEEK?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from FILM to SEEK 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
FILM
FILL
FELL
FEEL
FEED
SEED
SEEK