Some of the best riddles are short enough to remember, yet clever enough to make you stop for a moment. This one is a lighthearted classic.
The riddle
What do you call a snail on a ship?
Take a moment to guess before revealing the punchline. The fun is in how an ordinary phrase can have a completely different meaning.
The answer
A snailor!
It’s a playful combination of snail and sailor. These quick wordplay riddles are meant to earn a smile.
Share this riddle with someone who appreciates an old-fashioned joke, and see whether the answer makes them laugh.
