The dialects of Dzukija resemble singing, whereas those of Zemaitija remind one of refined yet rude mockery. Lithuanian dialectal language is rich in phraseologisms, proverbs, sayings and other such embellishments. Even though many of these forms have equivalents in distant cultures, quite a few examples, sayings in particular, can only be found in small areas. Maxims extol labor and put forth important principles to live by. They are used among adults to scold one another and as tools for educating children.
Lithuanian riddles are usually witty and are often characterized by rhyme and rhythm.
Sometimes new words are specially created to maximize consonance. Children delight in these and other word games including teasing, counting and sound imitations. They learn about their surroundings through these devices. I broke through the silver and found gold. A young lady in the bathhouse, her braids outside.