expression, ichidan verb
pose a riddle
Used when someone presents a riddle or puzzle for others to solve.
彼はいつも面白い謎を掛けてくる。
He always poses interesting riddles.
expression, ichidan verb
hint at; drop a hint
Used when someone speaks in a roundabout way, giving clues or suggestions without stating something directly.
彼女は謎を掛けるように、意味深な笑みを浮かべた。
She smiled meaningfully, as if dropping a hint.