Poople #176 Answer: BUOY to POOP

February 6, 2026 · Medium · 6 moves

Full solution

Reveal one hint at a time to keep the challenge, or jump straight to the full shortest path from BUOY to POOP.

About this puzzle

Par 6 of 11. Rated Medium.

2 distinct shortest path(s) from BUOY to POOP.

BUOY connects to 2 other valid words.

The shortest routes split after move 2 and never agree again before POOP.

Harder than #175 (RIFT, par 5) by 1 move(s). #175 RIFT

Easier than #177 (ETCH, par 9) by 3 move(s). #177 ETCH

How the routes branch

Right after BURY, 2 different words keep the route just as short: BURN, BURP. None of them rejoin the others before POOP.

This ladder has a fun, almost palindromic shape, bouncing back from "born" to "boon" before its final playful leap. That little "boop" is a delightful bridge.

Bridge words

BUOY(noun): An anchored float serving as a navigation mark, or to mark a fishing net.
BURY(verb): put or hide underground; cover from sight
BURN(verb): to be on fire; to consume or damage with fire or heat
BORN(adjective): brought into existence as a result of birth
BOON(noun): A helpful or beneficial thing; a blessing or advantage.
BOOP(noun): A gentle playful tap, especially on the nose.

Stuck on a different word?

Enter your current 4-letter word for the shortest path to POOP.

Today's puzzle is live

A new Poople puzzle unlocks daily, always at 08:00 UTC.

Play today

FAQ

What is the Poople #176 answer?

The #176 start word is BUOY. One shortest path to POOP takes 6 moves: BUOY -> BURY -> BURN -> BORN -> BOON -> BOOP -> POOP.

How many steps does Poople #176 take?

Poople #176 (BUOY) has a par of 6. The shortest path from BUOY to POOP takes 6 move(s).

How many different shortest solutions does Poople #176 have?

Poople #176 has 2 distinct shortest path(s) from BUOY to POOP.

How hard is Poople #176?

Poople #176 is rated Medium with a par of 6 out of a maximum of 11 across all daily start words.