Hell is a place in religion where people who did bad things go after they die. It is often described as a place of fire and pain.
Some people believe hell is very hot.
The story says the soul went to hell after death.
Hell can also mean a very bad or hard time or place in real life. People use it to talk about strong problems or suffering.
Working there was hell for me every day.
The heat made the journey feel like hell.
To hell someone means to make their life very hard or painful, often emotionally or mentally. It is a strong way to say you cause trouble for someone.
The loud noise really helled me last night.
Her angry words helled him all day.
Hell is used in speaking to show strong feelings like surprise, anger, or excitement. People do not mean true hell, it is just a way to express feelings.
What the hell is going on here?
Go to hell! I am very angry.
Hell on earth means a situation is very bad or painful, like being in true hell, but it refers to real life problems or trouble.
This traffic jam is hell on earth today.
The cold winter was hell on earth for the farmers.
Hell-bent means someone really wants to do something and does not stop, even if it may be dangerous or wrong.
He is hell-bent on finishing the race.
She was hell-bent on proving she was right.
Hell hole is used to describe a place that is very dirty, ugly, or bad to be in.
That old building is a hell hole.
The basement was a hell hole, full of garbage.
