Half ( noun , adjective )

(As a noun)

Half ( noun )

1. One of two equal parts that together make up a whole.
2. Something equal to 50% of a quantity.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english healf; akin to old high german halb half, latin alveus hollow, channel.

Examples:

1. He ate half of the sandwich.
2. The cake was cut in half.
3. I'll have half a glass of wine, please.
4. Half of the students in the class failed the exam.
5. The company makes about half of its sales overseas.
6. It's only a half hour drive from here.

(As an adjective)

Half ( adjective )

1. One of two equal parts that together make up a whole.
2. Something equal to 50% of a quantity.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english healf; akin to old high german halb half, latin alveus hollow, channel.

Examples:

1. He ate half of the sandwich.
2. The cake was cut in half.
3. I'll have half a glass of wine, please.
4. Half of the students in the class failed the exam.
5. The company makes about half of its sales overseas.
6. It's only a half hour drive from here.