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Meaning of That’s a heck of a drive

An expression indicating that a car journey is long or challenging.

In simple words: It's a long or difficult journey by car.

That’s a heck of a drive in a sentence

  • We drove for hours to get there; that’s a heck of a drive!
  • With all the twists and turns, that’s a heck of a drive through the mountains.
  • After driving all night, I can tell you that’s a heck of a drive.
  • Living in the suburbs means that’s a heck of a drive to downtown.

How to use That’s a heck of a drive

Use this phrase informally to refer to a challenging or impressive drive. It is not suitable for formal writing or speech.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a rugged road trip that makes you say, 'Wow, that's a lot to handle!'

Related words

Collocations with That’s a heck of a drive

  • took a drive
  • long drive
  • road trip
  • difficult drive

Synonyms for That’s a heck of a drive

  • long drive
  • tough journey
  • arduous trip
  • difficult drive

Common mistakes with That’s a heck of a drive

  • Misusing it in formal contexts.
  • Confusing it with 'what a drive' which can sound neutral.
  • Not using appropriate intonation to convey emphasis.

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Frequently asked questions about That’s a heck of a drive

What does That’s a heck of a drive mean?

It's a long or difficult journey by car.

What is the definition of That’s a heck of a drive?

An expression indicating that a car journey is long or challenging.

How do you use That’s a heck of a drive in a sentence?

We drove for hours to get there; that’s a heck of a drive!

Can you give another example of That’s a heck of a drive?

With all the twists and turns, that’s a heck of a drive through the mountains.

What are synonyms for That’s a heck of a drive?

Common alternatives include long drive, tough journey, arduous trip, difficult drive.

What words go with That’s a heck of a drive?

It commonly pairs with took a drive, long drive, road trip, difficult drive.

What are common mistakes when using That’s a heck of a drive?

Misusing it in formal contexts. Confusing it with 'what a drive' which can sound neutral. Not using appropriate intonation to convey emphasis.

How do you pronounce That’s a heck of a drive?

US: //ðæts ə hɛk əv ə draɪv//, UK: //ðæts ə hɛk əv ə draɪv//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is That’s a heck of a drive formal or informal?

"That’s a heck of a drive" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use That’s a heck of a drive?

Use this phrase informally to refer to a challenging or impressive drive. It is not suitable for formal writing or speech.