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Date: 2026-09-23
LEEDS → BELTS
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects LEEDS to BELTS in 4 steps. This 5-letter word puzzle challenges your vocabulary and logic skills. Can you find the shortest path?
Play This PuzzleStep-by-Step Solution
Step 1
LEEDS → LEADS
Change the 3rd letter E to A, turning LEEDS into LEADS.
Step 2
LEADS → BEADS
Change the 1st letter L to B, turning LEADS into BEADS.
Step 3
BEADS → BEATS
Change the 4th letter D to T, turning BEADS into BEATS.
Step 4
BEATS → BELTS
Change the 3rd letter A to L, turning BEATS into BELTS.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 3 (2).
Change sequence: 3, 1, 4, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 2.
Word stats: 5 words, 7 unique letters. Start/target share 2 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from LEEDS to BELTS?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from LEEDS to BELTS takes exactly 4 steps.
Q: Any tips for today's puzzle?
A: This puzzle involves 5-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
LEEDS
LEADS
BEADS
BEATS
BELTS