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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Word Ladder

Play Word Ladder ↗

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Learn your way around Word Ladder

Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Word Ladder. Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.

Follow five selected word routes. Every step must use a word from the included supporting list; the list does not contain every English word.

Give this approach a try

Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Keep the objective visible.

What you are aiming for

Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Check the rules when you are unsure.

Follow these playing steps

  1. Enter a same-length word differing at one position.
  2. Use only the included vocabulary.
  3. Do not reuse a word.
  4. Undo or Show one route helps.

Making selections and moves

Type a word and press Enter or Submit word. Read a button’s label before selecting it. A new-round button replaces the current round.

Learn from a sample situation

COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Keep the game’s format in mind.

Avoid this misunderstanding

No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.

Answers about the rules and controls

While learning, what is the goal of Word Ladder?

For clarity: Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words.

Before I begin, how do I control Word Ladder?

Type a word and press Enter or Submit word.

When I return, what example helps explain Word Ladder?

The key detail is this: COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM.

When I return, what should I watch out for in Word Ladder?

No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement.

On this playing page, what format does Word Ladder offer?

The key detail is this: Follow five selected word routes. Every step must use a word from the included supporting list; the list does not contain every English word.

When I return, which play mode does Word Ladder use?

For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

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