What Cruel Person Would Sit on a Baby? sounds shocking, but it’s actually a gentle joke. Guess, then tap Show Answer.
Riddle: What cruel person would sit on a baby?
Answer: Babysitter
Need a hint?
Parents hire one for a night out.
Answer and explanation (spoiler!)
The answer is a babysitter.
A babysitter looks after children while parents are out. The name sounds like someone who “sits on a baby”, but of course they don’t!
The riddle takes a word literally, which is what makes it funny.
Difficulty: Easy · Best for: ages 6 and up
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FAQ
Why is it called babysitting?
“Sitting” used to mean looking after someone, so a babysitter “sits with” a baby.
Is this good for kids?
Yes, kids find it hilarious.