Synonyms for

Half

Verb / hæf / Another word for half — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Half means one of two equal parts of something.

Synonyms & similar words

whole onehalf one-half part portion cut fraction division segment share piece bit slice section morsel halfway midway intermediate median center average

Synonyms by register

Formal

part portion segment fraction

Informal

bit piece smidgen dash

Literary

moiety share

Antonyms

whole entire complete full total all

Common collocations

  • half an hour
  • half a dozen
  • half past
  • half the time
  • half a loaf
  • half-hearted effort
  • half-truth

Word family

noun half
adjective half
adverb half

Usage note

When used as a noun, 'half' refers to one of two equal parts. As an adjective or adverb, it indicates a partial amount or degree.

Example sentences

  1. I ate half of the sandwich for lunch.
  2. Can you give me half of your candy?
  3. The pizza was cut into six pieces, so each person got half a piece.
  4. I will pay half of the bill.
  5. The teacher said we only have to read half of the book for homework tonight.

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