Riddle: What is full of holes but still holds water?
Hint: Found in kitchens and baths..
Answer: A sponge.
Why this answer works
Porous structure lets it hold water despite holes.
Fun fact
Sea sponges inspired modern synthetic designs.
Popular variations
- Holey yet helpful? → A sponge
- Holds water despite holes? → A sponge
Related riddles
- What breaks yet never falls? → Dawn
- What has hands but can’t clap? → A clock
FAQ
Can ‘net’ be right?
Nets leak; sponges absorb and retain.
Is ‘bucket’ okay?
A holed bucket won’t hold; sponge will.
