halb

Based on: *(s)kel-
Goethe A1 Adjective #58 Adjective
1.

half

(also used for time)
Examples
  • 08:30 - Es ist halb 9.
  • 08:30 - It is half 8. 
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How many meanings does the German word 'halb' have?

halb has 1 distinct meaning: 1. half.

What is 'halb' related to?

The word 'halb' is related to *(s)kel-.

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Talking about Time in German – Time of Day
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