I have heard the phrase "hell yes" written both without a comma and with a comma ("hell, yes"). Which the correct way to write it?
(Note: The same could be asked for the phrase "hell no.")
2007-09-07 11:02:53 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
Both yes and no require the comma. Test it by saying the words aloud, the tiny pause between the two words signifies the need for the comma.
Edit: I gave it second thoughts. Asked myself whether my answer would be the same with "Well & Yes". It would, even more so. Ain't this fun?
2007-09-07 11:29:11 · answer #1 · answered by picador 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
without a comma. A comma indicates a slight pause in speech. I don't detect any pause when stating the phrase "hell yes" or "hell no" - only occasional emphasis on either the word Hell or yes/no as to indicate passionate feeling. "HELL yes!" or "Hell YES!"
2007-09-07 11:11:33 · answer #2 · answered by slushpile reader 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The comma is optional in sentences of this type. This means, you have the choice of whether to use it or not because it doesn't change the meaning of the sentence. The following example shows how a comma and other forms of punctuation can change the sentence's meaning:
1) A woman without her man is nothing.
2) A woman: without her, man is nothing.
2007-09-07 11:10:48 · answer #3 · answered by Elaine P...is for Poetry 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think it needs a comma.
If you disagree, what about "yes, sir." Does this need a comma?
2007-09-07 12:15:39 · answer #4 · answered by Bethany 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Just say "yes" or "no." The word "hell" doesn't change the meaning. It's completely unnecessary.
2007-09-07 11:18:34 · answer #5 · answered by art 2 · 2⤊ 4⤋
"Hell yes"
2007-09-07 11:10:52 · answer #6 · answered by angelalovin2003 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
art and picador are both right
2007-09-07 11:30:33 · answer #7 · answered by tea cup 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋