DictBridge Dictionary

hel Definition and Meaning in English (hel definition)

noun
Quick Answer • Definition

Hel definition: In Norse mythology, Hel is the goddess who presides over the underworld realm of the same name, often depicted as having a half-living, half-dead appearance.

Definitions of Hel

  1. 1noun

    In Norse mythology, Hel is the goddess who presides over the underworld realm of the same name, often depicted as having a half-living, half-dead appearance.

Example Sentences

formal

“Hel is one of the most prominent figures in Norse mythology, ruling over the dead in her realm.”

formal

“The realm of Hel is often described as cold and gloomy.”

Explore Vocabulary by Topic

Popular Topics
All 45+ Topics
Business & FinanceCommon AnimalsBasic FoodsDaily Actions (Verbs)ClothingCommon BirdsView All Topics (45+)

Frequently Asked Questions: Hel in English

What is the meaning of Hel in English?▼
Hel definition: In Norse mythology, Hel is the goddess who presides over the underworld realm of the same name, often depicted as having a half-living, half-dead appearance.
How do you translate 'Hel' to English?▼
'Hel' translates to 'hel' in English. Hel definition: In Norse mythology, Hel is the goddess who presides over the underworld realm of the same name, often depicted as having a half-living, half-dead appearance.
How do you pronounce 'Hel' and 'hel'?▼
Listen to clear English audio pronunciation of 'Hel' and native English audio speech for 'hel' with bilingual sentence examples on DictBridge.

Related Vocabulary in English

All Words →

Explore contextually related English vocabulary with verified English meanings, pronunciations, and sentence usages:

hadhadhalfhalfhandlehandlehandshandshanghanghappenhappenhappenedhappenedhappeninghappeninghappenshappenshappyhappyhardhardhashas