Riddles can be a fun way to challenge your mind and think about everyday items in new ways. Here are 71 riddles about common items we use or see every day. See if you can guess the answers!
Household Items
#1
I have four legs but no feet. People often sit on me to take a load off their feet. What am I?
A chair.
#2
I’m flat and thin, made of tree. Use me to cook and keep food debris free. What am I?
A cutting board.
#3
Stainless steel, temperature’s my game. Cook food quickly, that’s my aim. What am I?
An oven.
#4
I’m powered by electricity, keeping foods chilled. Open my door, see what’s been filled. What am I?
A refrigerator.
#5
I’m fabric woven tight, protecting you day and night. Found on beds, these sheets are white. What am I?
Bed sheets.
#6
Plates and cups call me home, I’m where you dine even when alone. What am I?
A dining table.
#7
I’m filled with suds, cleaning up each day. Dishes go in dirty, and come out clean they say. What am I?
A dishwasher.
#8
I’m found in the bathroom, fibers all in a roll. Use me to dry up when you’re done toweling off after a stroll. What am I?
Toilet paper.
#9
Lather and rinse, I’m part of your cleaning routine. Squirt out some soap and watch the dirt careen. What am I?
A bottle of shampoo.
#10
I’m powered by batteries, picked up to sweep. Run me over carpets and floors to make a dirt pile neater and heap. What am I?
A vacuum cleaner.
Kitchen Items
#11
Stainless steel, sharp and pointy, I make cutting up fruits and veggies feel less annoying. What am I?
A kitchen knife.
#12
Wooden or plastic, grasp me in your fist. I’ll mix and stir ingredients on your kitchen list. What am I?
A spoon.
#13
Clear and tall, hold me with care. Fill me with water, juice or soda if you dare. What am I?
A drinking glass.
#14
Silver and shallow, in me cook foods sizzling. Served up hot once my contents are done fizzling. What am I?
A frying pan.
#15
Your meals I eagerly anticipate, so keep me clean off crumbs and food plate. What am I?
The kitchen counter.
#16
Sticky and sweet, I’m spread on bread. Found in a jar, I’m honey some said! What am I?
Honey.
#17
Green leaves above, white bulb down low. Chop me up for salads or onion rings, don’t you know. What am I?
An onion.
#18
Red or green, crunchy and round. Toppings on pizza I can oft be found. What am I?
Bell peppers.
#19
Orange and plump, juicy inside. Squeeze me for juice, tart and sweet I provide. What am I?
An orange.
#20
A fruit yellow when ripe, with thick, hardy skin. Banana bread and smoothies are some uses I’m put in. What am I?
A banana.
School and Office Items
#21
I contain pages lined within, for you to write and reflect on what you’ve been. What am I?
A notebook.
#22
I’ll let you erase any mistakes that you make. Just put me on top and watch your errors fade. What am I?
An eraser.
#23
Clip your papers together so they don’t scatter and flee. You can count on me to hold them together for all to see. What am I?
A paperclip.
#24
I’m filled with lead but I cannot write. Pop me in a sharpener when I become dull in sight. What am I?
A pencil.
#25
Ring ring! Hear me chime when you have an incoming call. Pick me up to greet someone or to check up on family members all. What am I?
A telephone.
#26
No need to type, just grab me and write. Scribble down notes that are quick, neat and tight. What am I?
A pen.
#27
Planners and calendars, I help keep schedules on track. Look up dates and appointments whenever you lack. What am I?
A day planner.
#28
I’m filled with paper marked confidential within. Lock me up in your office to protect top secret information. What am I?
A filing cabinet.
#29
I light up bright when my switch is flipped. Perfect for studying late into the night when you’re notebook is stripped. What am I?
A desk lamp.
#30
Rolling chair but no wheels in sight. Comfy cushion to rest your bottom as you work late into the night. What am I?
An office chair.
Clothing and Accessory Items
#31
Cover your feet so they won’t feel defeat. Whether out for a stroll or on errands down the street. What am I?
Shoes.
#32
Ding dong! Open up, I’m waiting outside your door. Delivering mail, gifts and packages galore. What am I?
A doorbell.
#33
Whether bouncy curls or straight sleek strands, I lock in styles with hot airy bands. What am I?
A hair straightener.
#34
On your wrist I stay, ticking the time away. Check me for the hour, I change every day. What am I?
A watch.
#35
I come in bands made of stretchy rubber. Worn on your wrist when doing cardio or other workouts that make you shudder. What am I?
A fitness tracker.
#36
Whether dressed up or going for a hike, I’ll protect your eyes from sunlight you dislike. What am I?
Sunglasses.
#37
An accessory small found on ears and faces. Glittery crystals, simple studs or colored enameled shapes. What am I?
Earrings.
#38
I’m a scarf or shawl to accessorize your outfit and flair. Available in patterns and solids to complement what you wear. What am I?
A wrap.
#39
A cozy top layer for warmth and style to boot. My hood will keep your head dry against the rain, sleet and hail that might shoot. What am I?
A raincoat.
#40
Whether leather, canvas or polyester knit. Slip your essentials inside as you dash about and flit. What am I?
A handbag.
Around the House
#41
Wake up each morning to my noisy buzz. Hit my button to snooze and catch more shut-eye if you must. What am I?
An alarm clock.
#42
Up on the wall I quietly reside, patiently waiting for you to turn me on and open me wide. What am I?
A light switch.
#43
Need to head downstairs when it’s past your bedtime? Hold my railing tight and down the steps you’ll safely climb. What am I?
Stairs.
#44
Knock knock, who’s there? Come on in, I’m unlocked! No need for keys, just turn my handle and push me ajar. What am I?
A door.
#45
Ding dong! Ring the doorbell so I know you are near. Open me up to peek outside and see who waits at your front door. What am I?
A peephole.
#46
Up on the wall I hang around, decorated with art or photos abound. What am I?
A picture frame.
#47
When night falls and it’s time for bed, flip my switch and I will glow overhead. What am I?
A bedroom ceiling light.
#48
Found on the floor, walk all over me each day. Available in tiles or plush carpeting where you play. What am I?
Flooring.
#49
Open me up when it’s hot as can be. I’ll cool you down with a fresh breeze, just wait and see. What am I?
A window.
#50
Knock Knock! Who’s at the door? Take a peek through my glass to be sure. What am I?
A front door peephole.
Nature Items
#51
I’m filled with hearty grains. Peck and scratch around yards, seeking food and nourishment to sustain my long days. What am I?
A chicken.
#52
Buzz buzz, look up high, see me hovering across the bright blue sky. What am I?
A bee.
#53
Down by the bay, flap my wings and fly away. Dive into the water searching for fish any day. What am I?
A seagull.
#54
High up in trees I leap from limb to limb. Fuzzy tail for balance and sharp claws that allow me to cling. What am I?
A squirrel.
#55
With a pointy snout I’ll dig and grunt around. Uncover truffles underground with my keen sense of smell and sound. What am I?
A pig.
#56
White and drifting slowly from the sky. Stack up on the ground where children play and make snowmen nearby. What am I?
Snow.
#57
I’m warm and bright, helping flowers bloom. Plants grow tall seeking my rays as I light up the sky each noon. What am I?
The sun.
#58
Chirp chirp! Up I rise at dawn’s first light. Perched on branches I sing my songs so melodic and bright. What am I?
A bird.
#59
Hop down the trail, long ears that wiggle and flap. Munch on carrots and greens during my daytime nap. What am I?
A rabbit.
#60
Slither and slide across the ground below. Flick my tongue tasting scents as I go. What am I?
A snake.
Food and Drink Items
#61
Mix me up with berries or peaches galore. Scoop me into a cone or bowl and then ask for more. What am I?
Ice cream.
#62
I’m sweet and sticky, made from sap within trees. Spread on toast or English muffins for a quick breakfast with ease. What am I?
Maple syrup.
#63
Creamy white, used in dips and dressings alike. My thick texture makes me a healthy fat that’s right. What am I?
Mayonnaise.
#64
Salty or sweet, popped in the microwave with ease. Snack on me while watching movies or TV shows, if you please. What am I?
Popcorn.
#65
Chewy and sweet, nuts or chocolate find their way inside. Available in candy bars and homemade cookies, mouths open wide. What am I?
A cookie.
#66
Pick me up and toast me to a golden brown. Spread jelly on top before taking that first crunchy bite. What am I?
Bread.
#67
Creamy, frothy, served up hot in a cup. Grab a pastry and sip me on the go to start your day up. What am I?
Coffee.
#68
Crunchy ribs protect my flesh within. Eat me raw or grilled—I’m a summer treat that’s sure to win. What am I?
Corn on the cob.
#69
A sandwich staple I may be bland on my own. Combine me with fillings for a lunchtime meal in full bloom. What am I?
Bread.
#70
Cheese in slices, shreds or blocks galore. Top your burgers or melt between crackers for a quick snack and more. What am I?
Cheese.
Conclusion
#71
I’m filled with pages, some blank others printed. Covers protect me so I’m not spilled or tinted. What am I?
A book.
How did you do with these riddles? Riddles are a great way to challenge your critical thinking skills. You have to interpret the descriptive clues and think flexibly to solve the puzzle based on everyday items. Try coming up with your own riddles about objects around your home or office. Creating riddles takes creativity and an eye for descriptive detail. You can have fun stumping family and friends with your own riddles.
