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Date: 2026-11-29
KONG → LOCK
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects KONG to LOCK 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
KONG → LONG
Change the 1st letter K to L, turning KONG into LONG.
Step 2
LONG → LANG
Change the 2nd letter O to A, turning LONG into LANG.
Step 3
LANG → LANE
Change the 4th letter G to E, turning LANG into LANE.
Step 4
LANE → LACE
Change the 3rd letter N to C, turning LANE into LACE.
Step 5
LACE → LACK
Change the 4th letter E to K, turning LACE into LACK.
Step 6
LACK → LOCK
Change the 2nd letter A to O, turning LACK into LOCK.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 1, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 2, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 2, 4, 3, 4, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 2.
Word stats: 7 words, 8 unique letters. Start/target share 1 position.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from KONG to LOCK?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from KONG to LOCK 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
KONG
LONG
LANG
LANE
LACE
LACK
LOCK