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Riddle

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Meanings of Riddle

Verb

  • To ask a riddle or puzzle someone.
  • To figure out a riddle or answer a question.

Noun

  • A fun question or puzzle that makes you think.
  • A type of puzzle where you have to guess the answer from clues.

Explanation of the word: Riddle

A riddle is a fun question or puzzle that makes you think. It often has a tricky answer that you have to figure out.

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Translations for the word: Riddle

hindi
पहेली

paheli

सवाल

sawal

पहेली

paheli

   

Synonyms for the word: Riddle

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Riddle

What does 'riddle' mean?
A riddle is a type of puzzle or question that is tricky and often has a hidden meaning. People try to solve it by thinking carefully.
How do you pronounce 'riddle'?
You say 'riddle' like this: RID-ul. The first part sounds like 'rid' and the second part sounds like 'ul'.
What is the origin of the word 'riddle'?
The word 'riddle' comes from an old English word 'raedan' which means to read or interpret. It has been used for a long time to describe puzzles.
What is the meaning of 'riddle' in Kannada?
The word 'riddle' in Kannada is 'ಗೋಚಿ' (Gōci).