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Date: 2026-11-02
NEST → PEAS
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects NEST to PEAS in 5 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
NEST → BEST
Change the 1st letter N to B, turning NEST into BEST.
Step 2
BEST → BEAT
Change the 3rd letter S to A, turning BEST into BEAT.
Step 3
BEAT → SEAT
Change the 1st letter B to S, turning BEAT into SEAT.
Step 4
SEAT → SEAS
Change the 4th letter T to S, turning SEAT into SEAS.
Step 5
SEAS → PEAS
Change the 1st letter S to P, turning SEAS into PEAS.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 1, 4, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 0, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 6 words, 7 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from NEST to PEAS?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from NEST to PEAS takes exactly 5 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
NEST
BEST
BEAT
SEAT
SEAS
PEAS