What Can You Always Count On?

What Can You Always Count On? is a quick riddle with a hands-on answer. Guess, then tap Show Answer.

Riddle: What can you always count on?
Answer: Fingers

Need a hint?

Little children use them for sums. Look at your hands!

Answer and explanation (spoiler!)

The answer is your fingers.

When we’re learning to count, we literally count on our fingers. They’re always there, so you can always count on them.

The riddle uses “count on”, which usually means “rely on”, and turns it into real counting.

Difficulty: Easy · Best for: ages 5 and up

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FAQ

Are there other answers?

A calculator or a good friend also fits. Fingers is the classic, funny answer.

Is this good for young kids?

Yes. Young children love it because they count on their fingers every day.