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Date: 2026-08-09
TAKE → WIKI
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects TAKE to WIKI 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
TAKE → LAKE
Change the 1st letter T to L, turning TAKE into LAKE.
Step 2
LAKE → LIKE
Change the 2nd letter A to I, turning LAKE into LIKE.
Step 3
LIKE → LIFE
Change the 3rd letter K to F, turning LIKE into LIFE.
Step 4
LIFE → WIFE
Change the 1st letter L to W, turning LIFE into WIFE.
Step 5
WIFE → WIFI
Change the 4th letter E to I, turning WIFE into WIFI.
Step 6
WIFI → WIKI
Change the 3rd letter F to K, turning WIFI into WIKI.
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, 4, 3.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 0, C→V 0, C→C 4.
Word stats: 7 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from TAKE to WIKI?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from TAKE to WIKI 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
TAKE
LAKE
LIKE
LIFE
WIFE
WIFI
WIKI