What Has Teeth but No Mouth? is a toolbox riddle. Guess, then tap Show Answer.
Riddle: What has teeth but no mouth?
Answer: Saw
Need a hint?
You use it to cut wood.
Answer and explanation (spoiler!)
The answer is a saw.
A saw has a row of sharp, pointed “teeth” along its blade for cutting wood, but no mouth to bite with.
The riddle uses a body word for part of a tool, just like a comb’s teeth.
Difficulty: Easy · Best for: ages 6 and up
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FAQ
Are there other answers?
A comb, a zip or a gear also have teeth. Saw is the answer here.
Is this good for kids?
Yes, it’s a great riddle about tools.