Half past one, two, etc.

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30 minutes after the hour specified.

I will meet you at half past six in the cafeteria.
Visual representation of "half past one, two, etc." - 30 minutes after the hour specified.

Often appears as...

  • it's half past one
  • will be there by half past two
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Visual representation of "half past one, two, etc."
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Time Precision

Used when exact minutes are less important, to give a rough time within the hour.

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Let's catch up at half past four.
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Polite Vagueness

Indicates a polite appointment time, without insisting on punctuality.

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The ceremony starts at half past nine.
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Casual Context

Common in informal settings, among friends or family gatherings.

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We're having lunch around half past twelve.
Visual representation of the word "Half past one, two, etc."

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