English phrase from drama scenes

What Does "who the hell" Mean?

Learn what "who the hell" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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Who the hell dares to disturb me when I sleep?

It is a forceful angry question used to challenge whoever interrupted the speaker’s sleep.

From My Handsome Bodyguard, Episode 35

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone angrily asks who dared to wake them up while they were sleeping.

Usage Scenario

Use this only in aggressive fictional dialogue or very angry speech. It is rude, threatening, and not appropriate in normal conversation.

Better ways to say it

1
Who the hell dares to disturb me when I sleep?
2
Don’t disturb me when I sleep.
3
Who dared to wake me up?

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