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Date: 2026-11-24
GOLD → EASE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects GOLD to EASE 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 → COLD
Change the 1st letter G to C, turning GOLD into COLD.
Step 2
COLD → CORD
Change the 3rd letter L to R, turning COLD into CORD.
Step 3
CORD → CARD
Change the 2nd letter O to A, turning CORD into CARD.
Step 4
CARD → CARE
Change the 4th letter D to E, turning CARD into CARE.
Step 5
CARE → CASE
Change the 3rd letter R to S, turning CARE into CASE.
Step 6
CASE → EASE
Change the 1st letter C to E, turning CASE into EASE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 3 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 2, 4, 3, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 2, C→C 3.
Word stats: 7 words, 9 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from GOLD to EASE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from GOLD to EASE 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
COLD
CORD
CARD
CARE
CASE
EASE