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UK//huː ðə hɛk ɪz ðæt//US//hu ðə hɛk ɪz ðæt//

Meaning of Who the heck is that

An expression of surprise or curiosity about someone's identity.

In simple words: Who is that person?

Who the heck is that in a sentence

  • I walked into the party and thought, 'who the heck is that?'
  • When I saw her with a stranger, I wondered, 'who the heck is that?'
  • He pointed at the figure on stage and exclaimed, 'who the heck is that?'

How to use Who the heck is that

Used for expressing surprise or curiosity informally. Avoid in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

who the heck + verb/phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'who's the heck?', like a surprised detective.

Related words

Collocations with Who the heck is that

  • who the heck are you
  • who the heck did this
  • who the heck invited you

Synonyms for Who the heck is that

  • who is that
  • who's that
  • who the hell is that

Opposites of Who the heck is that

  • I know exactly who that is
  • That is very familiar to me
  • That is clearly identified
  • That is recognized

Common mistakes with Who the heck is that

  • Using in formal situations where politeness is needed.
  • Confusing with 'who on earth is that', which is stronger.

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Frequently asked questions about Who the heck is that

What does Who the heck is that mean?

Who is that person?

What is the definition of Who the heck is that?

An expression of surprise or curiosity about someone's identity.

How do you use Who the heck is that in a sentence?

I walked into the party and thought, 'who the heck is that?'

Can you give another example of Who the heck is that?

When I saw her with a stranger, I wondered, 'who the heck is that?'

What are synonyms for Who the heck is that?

Common alternatives include who is that, who's that, who the hell is that.

What is the opposite of Who the heck is that?

Opposite meanings include I know exactly who that is, That is very familiar to me, That is clearly identified, That is recognized.

What words go with Who the heck is that?

It commonly pairs with who the heck are you, who the heck did this, who the heck invited you.

What are common mistakes when using Who the heck is that?

Using in formal situations where politeness is needed. Confusing with 'who on earth is that', which is stronger.

How do you pronounce Who the heck is that?

US: //hu ðə hɛk ɪz ðæt//, UK: //huː ðə hɛk ɪz ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Who the heck is that formal or informal?

"Who the heck is that" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Who the heck is that?

Used for expressing surprise or curiosity informally. Avoid in formal settings.