46 Objects People Couldn’t Identify But The Internet Solved Instantly (New Pics)

Often, when you stumble upon something strange and have no clue what it is, the first instinct is to ask family, friends, or colleagues. But what if they’re just as clueless as you? That’s where communities like ‘What Is This?’ come in: a space where curious minds share their odd finds and a mix of experts, hobbyists, and everyday detectives work together to crack the case. Keep scrolling to discover some of the most fascinating (and surprisingly educational) mysteries the internet has helped solve!

Sent To My Address With No Name On The Envelope. What Is This??

Handwritten note in a foreign language among curious things people discovered and had no idea what they were.

z4nadeesh:

This is Sinhala. Source: I’m Sinhalese hahaha

You wouldn’t be able to translate this with google. These handwritten documents vary a lot from the fonts used in typing.

It’s written by someone called Chandra ( Common Sinhala name for a male. Means moon )to two people called Nimal (Common Sinhala name for a male)and Indra ( a common name for a female) possibly a couple living in the same country as OP.

This is to thank Nimal and Indra for something they sent to Sri Lanka for Chandra and his children to enjoy. This mentions about an energy drink that they seem to have quite enjoyed. The rest of the letter is bit religious and talks about Buddhism and nirvana.

Hope this helps. Cheers!

What Are These Chimneys And Why Do They Exist In The Woods? (New England)

Old stone fireplace standing alone in a forest surrounded by fallen leaves, a curious thing people discovered outdoors.

sillytricia:

Houses used to be there, only the chimney survived.

What Is This? Found Underneath A House We Are Remodeling? How Did They Get The Liquid Inside?

Hand holding a mysterious red translucent object inside a car, one of 46 curious things people discovered with no idea what they were.

C_N1:

DO NOT BREAK IT! Those are filled with a toxic chemical to extinguish fires.

Also, they closed them by melting the glass shut.

There are so many things in this world that we don’t fully understand. From how a car engine actually works to the science behind building a bridge, there’s always something new to learn. Luckily, the internet is often there to save the day, giving us answers to just about anything. These posts show that sometimes the most intriguing discoveries come from everyday life. And one such fascinating example, in our opinion, is the ever-evolving world of the beauty industry.

People Were Praying To This Unidentifiable Box They Brought To A Mountain Top. Seen In Sapiranga, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil. What Is This?

Two people walking on a grassy hill carrying a mysterious ornate box, one of 46 curious things people discovered.

TreasureWench1622:

It LOOKS like what the Arc of the Covenant is supposed to resemble

This Pattern Had Been Growing On My Mirror For A Month Now And It’s Tinting The Mirror Green. Any Idea What It Could Be?

Frost patterns forming intricate, curious designs on a car side mirror, a surprising discovery people didn’t expect.

andorraliechtenstein:

That’s a heated mirror failing. When the auto dim or heated mirrors start to separate internally they look like that.

What Was This Old Desk Used For ? My Wife And I Have Been Making Guesses But Have No Idea

Antique wooden desk with hidden extendable armrests, one of the curious things people discovered and had no idea what they were.

chivesngarlic:

Dr here. Definitely an obgyn table. Instruments and other medical supplies are stored in the drawers for easy access.

Yes, makeup! Whether you’re someone who loves experimenting with bold looks or a total newbie who only owns one lip balm, there’s a lot more to makeup than just powder, cream, and a couple of brushes. To help us break it down, we spoke with Sonali Gupta, a makeup artist with over a decade of experience, who shared her thoughts on some of the most interesting and often misunderstood tools of the trade.

Sign On Sidewalk In Chinatown, Chicago, USA

Sign on a pole in a city street showing a person walking a dog with two rats, a curious thing people discovered in urban areas.

PassGloomy:

It’s a sign to tell pet owners to pick up the animals poop due to rats eating the excrement.

I believe all of the additional wording has faded.

In Closet. Likely Placed There By Cats. What Is It ?

Hand holding a mysterious root with multiple offshoots, one of the curious things people discovered and had no idea what it was.

meadowmbell:

It was a potato…

What Is The Device This Woman Has Been Holding To Her Mouth (Murdaugh Trial)?

Man using a mysterious medical device to breathe while seated in a courtroom setting, curious things discovered.

Linguist208:

She speaks into it, it records the trial transcript. She’s a court reporter, and the device keeps her words from being heard.

“It’s easy for people to think makeup is just foundation, eyeshadow, and lipstick,” Sonali explained. “But what really makes a difference are the tools you use. There are dozens of different kinds of brushes and applicators, each serving its own purpose. For example, the brush you use on your face isn’t the same as the ones designed for your eyes. And knowing the difference can completely change how your makeup looks.”

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I’d Like To Know The Back Story

Old grave with iron cage cover, one of the curious things people discovered and had no idea what it was.

fizzio:

The Grave of Seath Mor Sgorfhiaclach in Scotland. The cage over the grave is not to prevent grave robbing or for fear of zombies, but to keep the cursed stones that sit on the grave in place.

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Just Found This While Rummaging Through My Fathers Old Stuff

Vintage brass optical instrument with lenses in a red velvet case, one of the curious things people discovered unknown.

SpiritualPrize:

The Camera Lucida, or Chambre Claire in French

This is a device designed to assist in making enlarged or reduced drawings from originals or even straight from a real scene. The designer looks at the tip of the pencil on the paper and sees, simultaneously and in the same place, an image of what is in front of him. His job, then, is to draw the contours just by following this double image.