How to Say ‘Half’ in Simplified Chinese
一半
💬 Usage Tip: [一半] (yī bàn) is used when sharing time or resources.
🇨🇳 In China: Splitting time or shows may resolve remote conflicts amicably.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
一半
[yí bàn]
half
One of two equal parts, 50% of something.
你看了一半就用遥控器换了。
You watched halfway and then used the remote to change it.
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