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Date: 2026-11-05
GOLD → KATE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects GOLD to KATE 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
GOLD → MOLD
Change the 1st letter G to M, turning GOLD into MOLD.
Step 2
MOLD → MILD
Change the 2nd letter O to I, turning MOLD into MILD.
Step 3
MILD → MILE
Change the 4th letter D to E, turning MILD into MILE.
Step 4
MILE → MALE
Change the 2nd letter I to A, turning MILE into MALE.
Step 5
MALE → MATE
Change the 3rd letter L to T, turning MALE into MATE.
Step 6
MATE → KATE
Change the 1st letter M to K, turning MATE into KATE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 2 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 4, 2, 3, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 3.
Word stats: 7 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from GOLD to KATE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from GOLD to KATE 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
GOLD
MOLD
MILD
MILE
MALE
MATE
KATE