Tricky riddles where the answer is hiding in the words themselves!
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Word Riddles
1 / 20Solve the Riddle
What five-letter word becomes shorter when you add two letters to it?
About Word Riddles
Tricky riddles where the answer is hiding in the words themselves! Word Riddles gives you 20 riddles to work through, completely free and with no account needed. Take it slowly or breeze through — either way, finishing a game once a day keeps your streak alive.
A couple of sample riddles
1. What five-letter word becomes shorter when you add two letters to it?
Answer: short
2. What word reads the same forwards and backwards and means 'flat and even'?
Answer: level
Frequently asked questions
Is Word Riddles free to play?
Yes. Word Riddles — like every game on SeniorBrainGames — is completely free, with no sign-up, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded.
How big is Word Riddles?
Word Riddles includes 20 riddles. You can play through as much or as little as you like in a sitting, and replay it any time for more practice.
Do I need to be fast or sign in to play Word Riddles?
No. There's no timer rushing you and no account required. Word Riddles uses large, high-contrast text and works on phones, tablets, and computers, so you can play comfortably at your own pace.
What's a good follow-up after Word Riddles?
If you enjoyed Word Riddles, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions refreshed every 24 hours that count toward your streak — or explore more word games for a similar style of game.
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