What Always Comes Into The House Through The Keyhole?

What Always Comes Into the House Through the Keyhole? is a quick riddle with an answer that’s probably in your pocket. Guess, then tap Show Answer.

Riddle: What always comes into the house through the keyhole?
Answer: key

Need a hint?

You need it to unlock the front door.

Answer and explanation (spoiler!)

The answer is a key.

Every time you unlock your front door, the key slides in through the keyhole first. So a key always “comes into the house” that way.

The riddle sounds mysterious, as if something sneaks in through a tiny hole, but the answer is the most obvious thing that goes in a keyhole.

Difficulty: Easy · Best for: ages 5 and up

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FAQ

Are there other answers?

Some people say “light” or “a draught”, which can also come through a keyhole. Key is the classic answer.

Is this good for young kids?

Yes. It’s short and the answer is something every child knows.