Goal: BIRD ➔ BESTPar: 4 moves
BIRD
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Player Guide
How to Play Word Ladder
Step from the start word to the target word by changing one letter per rung. Every intermediate step must form a valid dictionary word. Free to play daily with independent statistics and streak tracking.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1Observe the starting word at the top and target word at the bottom.
- 2Change exactly one letter at a time to form a new valid English word.
- 3Proceed rung by rung until you reach the target word in the fewest steps.
Pro Solving Tips
- •Work backwards from the target word if you feel stuck midway.
- •Identify which letter position needs to change first.
- •Aim for the par score by taking the shortest path.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Word Ladder puzzle?
Invented by Lewis Carroll in 1877, a Word Ladder transforms one word into another by altering one letter per rung.