ADJECTIVE
hell/hɛl/bright; light (in color); clear
hell is a German adjective that means bright, light (in color), or clear. It is pronounced /hɛl/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "heller" and "hellsten".
Definitions
1.giving off or reflecting much light; not dark(light intensity, illumination)
a.having a high level of brightness
Das Zimmer ist sehr hell, weil es große Fenster hat.—The room is very bright because it has large windows.
2.having a light or pale color(color)
a.describes colors that are not dark
Sie trägt ein helles Kleid.—She is wearing a light-colored dress.
3.cheerful, clear (of voices, sounds, or moods)(figurative, mood)
a.cheerful, clear or positive in mood or tone
Sie hat eine helle Stimme.—She has a clear/bright voice.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | hell |
|---|---|
| Comparative | heller |
| Superlative | hellsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "hell" mean in English?
- "hell" means bright, light (in color), or clear. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "hell"?
- "hell" is pronounced /hɛl/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "hell"?
- The comparative of "hell" is "heller" and the superlative is "hellsten".
- What part of speech is "hell"?
- "hell" is a adjective in German.
