半数以下
bàn shù yǐxiàphrase★Intermediate💡 less than half
general
Refers to a quantity or proportion that is fewer than half of a total.
报告显示,半数以下的受访者认为政策有效。
The report shows that less than half of the respondents believe the policy is effective.
在会议上,半数以下的与会者同意提案。
At the meeting, less than half of the attendees agreed to the proposal.
💡
This phrase is commonly used in statistics, surveys, and reports to indicate a minority proportion.
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Usage in Statistics
This phrase is frequently used in data analysis to describe proportions below 50%.
⚡Gold Rule
Precision in Context
Ensure the context clearly indicates a quantitative comparison when using this phrase.
📖Word Origin
Composed of '半数' (half) and '以下' (less than), indicating a quantity below 50%.
📝Usage Notes
Often used in formal contexts such as reports, surveys, and statistical analysis.
Word Breakdown
半数
half
root以下
less than
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