rot in hell

Suffer forever below

Rot in hell is a curse wishing someone eternal suffering after death—stronger than "go to hell" because it emphasizes ongoing decay and torment rather than mere destination.

Usually directed at someone who has caused serious harm: I hope he rots in hell for what he did to those children.

The phrase expresses not just anger but a desire for lasting punishment.

Related

Tartarus · damnation · gnashing of teeth · anathematize · purgatory · brimstone · lake of fire · inferno · wrath · righteous anger · abhor · vengeance · denounce · curse · vilify · disgust · revile · hatred

Opposites
blessing vs curse

rot in hellrest in peace

Epitaph blessing for deceased

God bless you · peace be with you · bless your heart · go in peace · live long and prosper

condemnation vs forgiveness

rot in hellgo in peace

Parting words wishing tranquility

let bygones be bygones · no hard feelings · water under the bridge

ill will vs goodwill

rot in hellI love you

Deepest affection expressed

take care · best wishes · fare thee well · be well · bless you

Family

rot, hell, rots, rotted, rotting, rotten, rottenness, hells, hellish

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG-13