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US/hel/
UK/hel/
in some religions, the place where bad people go after death; also a very unpleasant situation
In context
Many people believe that bad people go to hell after they die.
Working in that kitchen was hell, with no breaks at all.
The traffic on the ring road this morning was absolute hell.
Words that go with hell
verb + preposition
- go to hellIn the story, the villain goes to hell.
- go through hellShe went through hell during the long trial.
- burn in hellSome sermons warn that sinners will burn in hell.
adjective + noun
- living hellMoving house was a living hell.
noun + preposition
- hell on earthThe refugee camp was hell on earth.
verb + noun
- make life hellNoisy neighbors can make your life hell.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The weather is hell today, so stay inside.Correct: The weather is awful today, so stay inside.