noun

hell

Translation

hell, a terrible situation

In many religions, sinners go to hell.

The traffic was hell this morning.

What the hell are you doing?

((uncountable)) hell the place of eternal punishment He believes in heaven and hell.

((a)) hell a very unpleasant experience My final exam week was a living hell.

what/who/why the hell used to add emphasis to a question What the hell is that noise?

Synonyms: inferno, underworld; Antonyms: heaven, paradise

From Old English 'hel', related to the verb 'helan' (to conceal or cover). The 'concealed place'.

Often used in emotional expressions like 'go to hell' or 'what the hell'.