Poople #231 Answer: SWAT to POOP
April 2, 2026 · Easy · 5 moves
Full solution
The shortest path from SWAT to POOP takes 5 moves.
Shortest path
- Step 1SWATSLAT2nd letter, W to L
- Step 2SLATPLAT1st letter, S to P
- Step 3PLATPLOT3rd letter, A to O
- Step 4PLOTPLOP4th letter, T to P
- Step 5PLOPPOOP2nd letter, L to O
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About this puzzle
Par 5 of 11. Rated Easy.
8 distinct shortest path(s) from SWAT to POOP.
SWAT connects to 12 other valid words.
The shortest routes split after move 1 and rejoin 3 move(s) later, at move 4.
Easier than #230 (MUSE, par 6) by 1 move(s). #230 MUSE
Easier than #232 (LEVY, par 8) by 3 move(s). #232 LEVY
How the routes branch
Right after SWAT, 2 different words keep the route just as short: SLAT, SWAP. Whichever one you pick, the routes lead back together at PLOP on move 4.
This "swat" to "poop" ladder is a real plop-portunity. The "plat" bridge word is a fantastic pivot.
Bridge words
- SWAT(verb)
- to hit something with a sharp blow
- SLAT(noun)
- A thin, narrow strip of wood or metal.
- PLAT(noun)
- A small plot of ground.
- PLOT(noun)
- A secret plan or scheme to accomplish a purpose, especially a sinister one.
- PLOP(verb)
- To fall with a soft sound, like an object dropping into water.
First moves from SWAT
SWAT has 12 legal first moves. 2 of them stay on a shortest path to POOP.
Stays on the shortest path: 4 moves left to POOP.
Costs one extra move: 6 moves total to POOP.
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Enter your current 4-letter word for the shortest path to POOP.
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What is the Poople #231 answer?
The #231 start word is SWAT. One shortest path to POOP takes 5 moves: SWAT -> SLAT -> PLAT -> PLOT -> PLOP -> POOP.
What are the best first moves from SWAT?
The best first moves from SWAT are SLAT and SWAP. Both of these moves lead to a solution in the par of 5 total moves. All other first moves from SWAT will cost you at least one extra turn.
How many solutions are there for SWAT to POOP?
There are at least 8 solutions for SWAT to POOP. All of these solutions reach POOP in the par of 5 moves. The solutions diverge early from SWAT and then converge again at PLOP.
Is there a single word that all solutions pass through?
Yes, all solutions for SWAT to POOP pass through the word PLOP. While the paths diverge after SWAT, they all meet again at PLOP before reaching POOP. This makes PLOP a crucial bridge word in every shortest solution.
What is the significance of the word PLAT in this puzzle?
PLAT is an important bridge word in several of the shortest solutions. For example, one path goes SWAT -> SLAT -> PLAT -> PLAP -> PLOP -> POOP. This word helps connect SLAT to PLAP, allowing for efficient progress towards POOP.