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heck

Pronunciación: [hɛk]

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Contexto: «expression of surprise»

(interjection) an expression you use when you feel surprised or shocked, but it's a milder way to show your feelings than using a bad word.

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Heck, that was an awesome game to watch!

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I can't believe she forgot my birthday; heck, that really hurt my feelings.

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Heck, what happened to your project?

Contexto: «informal expression»

(noun) a way of referring to a place that can mean something like 'the bad place'. People sometimes use it when they talk about something annoying or frustrating.

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I can't believe I lost my keys; what the heck!

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Life isn't always a heck; sometimes it can be really fun.

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What the heck is going on here?

Contexto: «emphasis»

(adverb) used to strengthen a statement or to add emphasis. It makes what you’re saying sound stronger or more intense.

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You better hurry up; it's heck important that you don't miss the bus!

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This isn’t heck easy; it requires a lot of effort.

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Is this project heck difficult for you?

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