die Hälfte, -n
half
Ein Teil, der genau gleich groß ist wie der andere Teil, wenn etwas in zwei Stücke geteilt wird.
The German word "Hälfte" is a noun meaning "half". It comes from the root "halb", which means "half" or "partial". So, "Hälfte" refers to one of two equal parts into which something is divided.
Similar words:
- Teil (part)
- Sektion (section)
- Abschnitt (segment)
Difference: Unlike "Teil" or "Abschnitt," which can refer to any part or segment (not necessarily equal), "Hälfte" specifically indicates exactly one-half, i.e., 50% of the whole.
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Examples
Ich teile den Kuchen in zwei Hälften.noun
I am dividing the cake into two halves.
Die Hälfte des Kuchens ist noch übrig.noun
Half of the cake is still left.
Eine Hälfte des Apfels ist faul.noun
One half of the apple is rotten.
Er gibt mir die Hälfte des Kuchens.noun
He gives me half of the cake.
Maria hat nur die Hälfte gegessen.noun
Maria has only eaten half.
Die Hälfte fehlt.noun
Half is missing.
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