English Word · Intermediate
heck
hell; a mild exclamation
Pronunciation: /hɛk/
Meaning
A mild substitute for hell, used to show surprise, annoyance, or emphasis.
Example
What the heck happened to my keys?
What the heck happened to my keys?
Practice tips
- Practice heck out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.