Characteristics of The Formation of Riddles
Keywords:
riddle, multifaceted phenomenon, descriptive elements, cognitive mechanism, homonymy, animistic view, totemistic view, compact, short stature, metaphor, creative device.Abstract
This article examines the characteristics of the formation of riddles. Any query, puzzle, sentence, or declaration intended to elicit thought-provoking or surprising responses is called a riddle. It can be a challenge that prompts audience reflection or it can be a lighthearted remark aimed at making people laugh when it is used as a question. This article talks about the background of riddles and the extent to which riddles have been studied linguistically.