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Date: 2026-11-04
SEAN → COLD
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects SEAN to COLD 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
SEAN → BEAN
Change the 1st letter S to B, turning SEAN into BEAN.
Step 2
BEAN → BEAT
Change the 4th letter N to T, turning BEAN into BEAT.
Step 3
BEAT → BOAT
Change the 2nd letter E to O, turning BEAT into BOAT.
Step 4
BOAT → BOLT
Change the 3rd letter A to L, turning BOAT into BOLT.
Step 5
BOLT → BOLD
Change the 4th letter T to D, turning BOLT into BOLD.
Step 6
BOLD → COLD
Change the 1st letter B to C, turning BOLD into COLD.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 4, 2, 3, 4, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 0, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from SEAN to COLD?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from SEAN to COLD 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
SEAN
BEAN
BEAT
BOAT
BOLT
BOLD
COLD