Today’s challenge comes in the form of a riddle—and it’s a tricky one that has puzzled people all over the world.
So take a moment to focus before answering. If you think it through carefully, you should be able to solve it.

Ready for a wave of confusion? Put your detective skills to the test with the viral “There’s a woman in a boat” riddle.
“There’s a Woman in a Boat” Riddle
Here’s the challenge:
A woman in a boat, on a lake, is wearing a coat. If you want to know her name, it’s in the riddle I wrote. What’s her name?
Seems simple, right? Here’s a small hint—it’s not as obvious as it appears.
If you can’t figure it out, the answer is revealed below.
ANSWER:
Read the riddle again carefully. It’s short, so break it down piece by piece. Pay close attention to the beginning, and don’t overcomplicate it. The name isn’t a typical one—it could just as easily be your name or someone else’s.
The answer:
“There” is the woman’s name.
Did you get it right? Share it and see if your friends can solve it too!
