CEFR A1

half

noun

Meaning

Either of two equal parts into which something is or can be divided.

Examples

The cake was cut in half.
He only completed half of the task.

Synonyms: part, portion, fraction, segment

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half (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /hɑːf/

Definition

Either of two equal parts into which something is or can be divided.

Examples

The cake was cut in half.
He only completed half of the task.
We've reached the halfway point of the journey.

How to Use half

half of (prepositional phrase): Used to indicate a part of a whole. — "Half of the students passed the exam."
half-baked (collocation): An idea or plan that is not well thought out. — "His proposal was too half-baked to be considered."
half-hearted (collocation): Without enthusiasm or energy. — "She gave a half-hearted attempt at cleaning."

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