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Date: 2026-12-04
FORK → PALM
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects FORK to PALM 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
FORK → CORK
Change the 1st letter F to C, turning FORK into CORK.
Step 2
CORK → CORE
Change the 4th letter K to E, turning CORK into CORE.
Step 3
CORE → COLE
Change the 3rd letter R to L, turning CORE into COLE.
Step 4
COLE → POLE
Change the 1st letter C to P, turning COLE into POLE.
Step 5
POLE → PALE
Change the 2nd letter O to A, turning POLE into PALE.
Step 6
PALE → PALM
Change the 4th letter E to M, turning PALE into PALM.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 1, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 2. Most-changed position: 1, 4 (2).
Change sequence: 1, 4, 3, 1, 2, 4.
Letter mix: V→V 1, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 3.
Word stats: 7 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from FORK to PALM?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from FORK to PALM 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
FORK
CORK
CORE
COLE
POLE
PALE
PALM