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Date: 2026-07-07
KIND → FORT
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects KIND to FORT 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
KIND → BIND
Change the 1st letter K to B, turning KIND into BIND.
Step 2
BIND → BOND
Change the 2nd letter I to O, turning BIND into BOND.
Step 3
BOND → BOLD
Change the 3rd letter N to L, turning BOND into BOLD.
Step 4
BOLD → FOLD
Change the 1st letter B to F, turning BOLD into FOLD.
Step 5
FOLD → FORD
Change the 3rd letter L to R, turning FOLD into FORD.
Step 6
FORD → FORT
Change the 4th letter D to T, turning FORD into FORT.
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, 2, 3, 1, 3, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 5.
Word stats: 7 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from KIND to FORT?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from KIND to FORT 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
KIND
BIND
BOND
BOLD
FOLD
FORD
FORT