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Date: 2026-09-24
LAND → HORN
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects LAND to HORN 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
LAND → HAND
Change the 1st letter L to H, turning LAND into HAND.
Step 2
HAND → HARD
Change the 3rd letter N to R, turning HAND into HARD.
Step 3
HARD → CARD
Change the 1st letter H to C, turning HARD into CARD.
Step 4
CARD → CORD
Change the 2nd letter A to O, turning CARD into CORD.
Step 5
CORD → CORN
Change the 4th letter D to N, turning CORD into CORN.
Step 6
CORN → HORN
Change the 1st letter C to H, turning CORN into HORN.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 1, 2, 4, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 5.
Word stats: 7 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from LAND to HORN?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from LAND to HORN 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
LAND
HAND
HARD
CARD
CORD
CORN
HORN