Sure as hell Meaning in English
expression
ˈʃʊɹ/ /ˈæz/, /ˈɛz/ /ˈhɛɫ
SHOOR-az-HEL or SHOOR-ez-HEL
ʃˈɔː/ /ˈæs/ /hˈɛl
SHAW-az-HEL
Definition
A strong, informal way to say you are very certain about something. It is used for emphasis and often expresses confidence or strong feeling.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal, sometimes considered rude or offensive because of 'hell.' Used for strong emphasis; common in speech, not in writing. Replace with 'sure as anything' or 'absolutely sure' for a softer tone.
Spanish: seguro como el infierno - completamente seguroPortuguese (BR): certeza absoluta - com certeza mesmoPortuguese (PT): certamente - tão certo como o diaboChinese (Simplified): 绝对确定Chinese (Traditional): 絕對確定Hindi: निश्चित रूप सेArabic: متأكد تمامًاBengali: নিশ্চয়ই - শতভাগ নিশ্চিতভাবে (অপরিষ্কার/জোরালো)Russian: чёртовски уверен - чертовски точноJapanese: 間違いなく - 絶対にVietnamese: chắc chắn - chắc như chắcKorean: 확실히 - 틀림없이Turkish: kesinlikle - Allah’ın hakkı gibi (argo, güçlü)Urdu: یقیناً - بالکل یقین سےIndonesian: sangat yakin - yakin banget
Example Sentences
I am sure as hell that I locked the door.
basic
He is sure as hell about his answer.
basic
You can be sure as hell I will finish this.
basic
She was sure as hell she saw him at the party last night.
natural
You sure as hell don’t want to miss this opportunity.
natural
He could sure as hell tell something was wrong.
natural