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Date: 2026-09-17
BEST → BOTH
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects BEST to BOTH in 8 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
BEST → PEST
Change the 1st letter B to P, turning BEST into PEST.
Step 2
PEST → PAST
Change the 2nd letter E to A, turning PEST into PAST.
Step 3
PAST → PART
Change the 3rd letter S to R, turning PAST into PART.
Step 4
PART → MART
Change the 1st letter P to M, turning PART into MART.
Step 5
MART → MATT
Change the 3rd letter R to T, turning MART into MATT.
Step 6
MATT → MATH
Change the 4th letter T to H, turning MATT into MATH.
Step 7
MATH → BATH
Change the 1st letter M to B, turning MATH into BATH.
Step 8
BATH → BOTH
Change the 2nd letter A to O, turning BATH into BOTH.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 3, 1, 3, 4, 1, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 6.
Word stats: 9 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from BEST to BOTH?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from BEST to BOTH takes exactly 8 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
BEST
PEST
PAST
PART
MART
MATT
MATH
BATH
BOTH