Short Riddles

Short riddles with answers are most often just one or two sentences long. But don’t be fooled, these short riddles could be very tricky as well.

Yesterday Was Tomorrow

Samuel said, “I wish yesterday was tomorrow so that today would be Friday.” What day did Samuel say this on?

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Scale That Does Not Weigh

My scale is something that does not weigh in grams, ounces, or pounds. However, I may be heavy or light. What am I?

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Three Eyes in a Straight Line

I have got three eyes and all are in a straight line. When my red eye opens, everything freezes. What am I?

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Answer I Give Is Yes

The answer I give is yes, but what I mean is no. What was the question?

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Seeks What Is Beyond

Almost everyone sees me without noticing me. For what is beyond is what he or she seeks. What am I?

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