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Date: 2026-09-28
PETS → FOOT
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects PETS to FOOT in 7 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
PETS → SETS
Change the 1st letter P to S, turning PETS into SETS.
Step 2
SETS → SEAS
Change the 3rd letter T to A, turning SETS into SEAS.
Step 3
SEAS → SEAT
Change the 4th letter S to T, turning SEAS into SEAT.
Step 4
SEAT → BEAT
Change the 1st letter S to B, turning SEAT into BEAT.
Step 5
BEAT → BOAT
Change the 2nd letter E to O, turning BEAT into BOAT.
Step 6
BOAT → BOOT
Change the 3rd letter A to O, turning BOAT into BOOT.
Step 7
BOOT → FOOT
Change the 1st letter B to F, turning BOOT into FOOT.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 3, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 2, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1 (3).
Change sequence: 1, 3, 4, 1, 2, 3, 1.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 0, C→V 1, C→C 4.
Word stats: 8 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from PETS to FOOT?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from PETS to FOOT takes exactly 7 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
PETS
SETS
SEAS
SEAT
BEAT
BOAT
BOOT
FOOT