一半
yī bàn
half
我吃了一半苹果。
I ate half of the apple.
general
Half of something; 50% of a quantity or amount.
这本书我已经读了一半了。
I've read half of this book already.
我们分一半吧。
Let's split it in half.
Commonly used to describe equal division or proportion.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use '一半' to describe equal division or proportion in everyday contexts.
Gold Rule
Quantitative Usage
Always refers to an equal division or proportion, not an approximate amount.
Word Origin
Combination of '一' (one) and '半' (half), literally meaning 'one half'.
Usage Notes
Often used to describe equal division or proportion in everyday contexts.
Word Breakdown
一
one
root半
half
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