What does HELLS mean?
hells
1. Parts of Speech: Noun
2. Definitions:
- Plural of hell, meaning a place regarded as a spiritual realm of evil and suffering, often depicted as a place of fire and torment.
- Used informally to express strong feelings of annoyance, frustration, or surprise.
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /hɛlz/
- UK: /hɛlz/
4. Origin and Usage:
- The word hell has Old English roots and has been used for centuries to describe the place of punishment for the wicked in various religious traditions.
- The plural form hells is used to refer to multiple versions of this place or to describe multiple situations that are unpleasant or difficult to endure.
- The word is also used informally to express strong feelings of annoyance, frustration, or surprise.
5. Synonyms:
- Underworlds
- Infernos
- Purgatories
- Torments
6. Related Words:
- Helix
- Helps
- Heels
- Shells
- Spells
7. Example Sentences:
- The idea of spending eternity in one of the hells depicted in religious texts is a terrifying prospect for many people.
- After a long day at work, coming home to a sink full of dirty dishes was the last thing she wanted to deal with. "Oh, hells no!" she exclaimed.