1,128 Hard Riddles With Answers - page 9 of 12
Orange sky... blue oranges... glass is red... banana violets.
Think about the literal properties of a 'negative'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I rise on a pillar, and I can crawl all over the Earth but never stay for long.
A shadow only exists when light is present but blocked. If you shine a light directly 'on' it (remove the blockage), it disappears.
I thunder with a breech and weigh more than a dozen men.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a cannon'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I have no heart, just a body. I have a tongue but not a head.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a bell'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
For hundreds, I am their true wake-up call.
Think about the literal properties of a 'coffee'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
No tracks/paths... field that stretches wide... shimmer like diamonds.
Think about the literal properties of a 'the ocean'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
What can you add to water in a full bucket to make it lighter?
A hole is technically 'something' that exists in the fabric, but it means the pocket contains no items, making it empty.
What happens when your underwear attack you?
Think about the literal properties of a 'a wedgie'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
My love for Eliza will never know my first... my whole?
Think about the literal properties of a 'endless'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I crack when you drop me. Even broken, I smile back.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a mirror'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I have many colors, but you can't ever touch me.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a rainbow'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
What starts as black, then turns red before finally turning white?
Think about the literal properties of a 'charcoal'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I can be broken or read, watched, or live.
Think about the literal properties of a 'the news'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
You can hold me in your right hand but not the left.
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
How many letters are in the alphabet?
This is a trick question: counting the letters in the phrase 'the alphabet' itself (t-h-e-a-l-p-h-a-b-e-t) gives eleven letters, not the 26 letters of the actual alphabet.
I have only a duo of words, and yet I possess thousands of letters.
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
I can't be taken from you, but I am owned by all.
Think about the literal properties of a 'knowledge'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
If you don�t have me, the world will fall. Many people have one of me.
Think about the literal properties of a 'an atlas'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I can destroy kings and make them feeble. I can bring down towns and cities.
This logic uses 'clock arithmetic'. On a standard 12-hour clock, adding 5 hours to 9:00 results in 2:00.
I get tagged with red or yellow stickers, and people come to me daily.
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
I see you beneath me, hear your sights and sounds. Memories come with me.
Think about the literal properties of a 'the past'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I shed in one season and dress smartly for the next.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a tree'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I never sing till a shot fires out.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a gun'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I can run, but I am unable to walk.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a nose'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I cry but have no eyes, I rejoice but have no heart.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a cloud'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
The faster the horse runs, the shorter his tail becomes �an iron horse with a flaxen tail.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a needle'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
If I turn my head, you can go wherever you want. Turn again, you're stuck and can rot.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a key'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
What is something that is always present but people can't see?
Think about the literal properties of a 'noise'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
What does a scientist call a dog?
Think about the literal properties of a 'a canine'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I have wisdom and knowledge beyond the ages. I get what you want in a split second.
Think about the literal properties of a 'computer'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
A lost child is claimed by three people. Parent 1 feeds him burgers; Parent 2 shouts "Where were you?"; Parent 3 offers a toy car. Who is the criminal?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
A duck is in a circular lake with a dog on the shore (dog is 4x faster). How does the duck escape to fly away?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
A prisoner faces a 6-shot revolver with 2 adjacent bullets. The first shot was empty. Should they spin again or shoot again?
Think about the literal properties of a 'shoot again'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
A father tasks three children to buy something to fill a room. Daughter wins with two items. What were they?
A candle is tall when first lit (young) and becomes shorter as it burns down (gets older).
A grandfather's will: the child whose car crosses the finish line last wins the fortune. After a month of waiting, they seek an uncle's advice. What did he say?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
A traveler sees four paths: deep mud, broken tracks, a lion that hasn't eaten or drunk in 3 months, and dinosaurs. Which is safest?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
Three men pay $10 each for a $30 room ($30 total). Manager returns $5. Employee pockets $2, gives $3 back. Now they paid $9 each ($27). Plus employee's $2 = $29. Where is the extra dollar?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
I can turn and twist, and I leave a loop.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a shoelace'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I live for 7 months and sing as the breeze whips by. I have many different colors.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a leaf'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
What can pandas have that no other animal can have?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
The roof is beneath, and the floor is on top. I rarely leave this place, and as each day passes, a new horizon greets my gaze.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a sailor'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
Two brothers run, but no matter how much they try, they cannot reach each other.
Think about the literal properties of a 'wheels'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
What is harder and harder to catch the faster you run?
Think about the literal properties of a 'your breath'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I am a mother, and I support my children no matter what their weight. I can turn around without being called, and I have held use since the time you crawled.
Think about the literal properties of a 'the earth'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
No man can ever see me, and no man ever will, but I will always be here.
Think about the literal properties of a 'tomorrow'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
What has to take a bow before it can speak to you?
Think about the literal properties of a 'a violin'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I can enchant anyone I see, and I can bring out the best in you. I can brighten someone's day, and I can sparkle and shine.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a smile'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I stand upright, and I am quite grand. I am elegant, and people like to look at me. I am right at your hands.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a piano'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I am in a house and around it, but I never touch it. What am I?
Think about the literal properties of a 'the sun'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
What is red but stops on green?
Think about the literal properties of a 'a watermelon.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
When you lose me, you may make others lose theirs.
Think about the literal properties of a 'your temper.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I am always in front of you, but you cannot see me.
Think about the literal properties of a 'your future.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I have no legs to dance or lungs to sing, yet I dance and breathe.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a flame.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I rarely get touched but am often held.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a tongue.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I have a tongue but can't talk; no legs but sometimes walk.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a shoe.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I have two legs, but they only touch the ground when I rest.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a wheelbarrow.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
Shorter than the rest; you raise it up when you are happy.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a thumb.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
If you immerse a stone into water, what will it become?
Think about the literal properties of a 'a whetstone'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I hide what is real and true; I can help you find courage inside.
Think about the literal properties of a 'makeup.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
What never walks, has a big mouth, and runs but never talks?
Think about the literal properties of a 'a river.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I cause involuntary movements in the vehicle you drive.
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
Green hair, round red head, and a long, thin white beard.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a radish.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
What is half of 8? (Not 4).
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
What is unable to be burned in flames or drowned in water?
Think about the literal properties of a 'ice'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
A container without a lock or key; inside is a prize of gold.
Think about the literal properties of a 'an egg.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
6 brothers each have 1 sister. How many sisters in the family?
Think about the literal properties of a 'one sister.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
How is Betty 50 in 1830 and 45 in 1835?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
What has only two words but hundreds of letters?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
I appear flat but am deep; I take lives but offer food. I have no heart.
Think about the literal properties of a 'the ocean'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
Two coins equal 30 cents. One is not a nickel. What are they?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
What gets bigger the more you take away from it?
A hole is technically 'something' that exists in the fabric, but it means the pocket contains no items, making it empty.
A biologist is the girl's mother, but not her father. Who is the biologist?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
What always ends everything?
This refers to the literal placement of the character in the spelling of the words 'April' and 'March'.
I am green but not a lizard, white without snow, and bearded without being a man.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a leek.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
If a rooster laid a white and brown egg, what kind of chicks would hatch?
Think about the literal properties of a 'nan'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
What are 2 things you would never eat after just waking up?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
What has no other organs but 13 hearts?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
What do the moon and a single dollar bill have in common?
Think about the literal properties of a '4 quarters.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
If I don�t have this, I'm already dead. If I am not dead, I am already behind.
Think about the literal properties of a 'ahead.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
In a dark cave with one match, a coal lump, a lamp, and a stove, what do you light first?
Think about the literal properties of a 'the match.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
What kind of jacket is always damp when placed on your shoulders?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
I have pointed fangs, a piercing force, and grab victims with a single bite.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a stapler.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I have 2 different cases but will never win or lose or need a lawyer.
This refers to the literal placement of the character in the spelling of the words 'April' and 'March'.
I am cylindrical and long, live in a house that makes you fall, and am delicious.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a banana.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
Which automobile is spelled the same way forward and backward?
Think about the literal properties of a 'a racecar.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I can be hot, cold, running, still, rigid, or easy to mold.
Think about the literal properties of a 'water.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I have no eyes and am completely white; where I once had thoughts, I am now hollow.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a skull.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
How many apples can you eat if your stomach is completely empty?
Think about the literal properties of a 'only one.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I cycle for many hours but never get tired.
This logic uses 'clock arithmetic'. On a standard 12-hour clock, adding 5 hours to 9:00 results in 2:00.
I am second among a dozen and very short. Every 4 years, I change.
Think about the literal properties of a 'february.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I only come out at night; I look like a bunny or a person and can look big or small.
Think about the literal properties of a 'the moon.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
According to the encyclopedia, which comes first: the chicken or the egg?
Think about the literal properties of a 'the chicken'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I have no leaves, no trunk, and no fruit, but I do have branches.
Think about the literal properties of a 'a bank.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
How many hairs would you find in a rabbit's tail?
Think about the literal properties of a 'nan'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
I can be solid or liquid; I am in every home and sometimes bubble. What am I?
Think about the literal properties of a 'soap.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
Five mercenaries share 12 diamonds based on an allotment vote by the most experienced. How are they divided?
Think about the literal properties of a '9-0-1-0-2.'. The riddle uses metaphors to describe its physical form or function.
A bodyguard (John) tells a CEO to take a boat because he dreamt the plane would crash. The plane crashes. Why does the CEO fire John?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
A network security worker needs the new password. His boss says it has the same number of letters as the old one but no spaces. "The old password is out of date." What are they?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
A physicist has three sons. The product of their ages is 72. The sum of their ages equals his house number. His oldest son has his own bed; the other two share bunk beds. How old are they?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.
How do four people (1, 2, 5, 10 min speeds) cross a wire in 17 mins?
This is a lateral thinking puzzle where the solution relies on a non-obvious interpretation of the words used.