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A half vs An half

The correct phrase is 'a half'. 'An half' is not correct in standard English. 'A' is used before words that begin with a consonant sound, while 'an' is used before words that begin with a vowel sound.

Last updated: March 25, 2024 • 7373 views

A half

Correct. 'A' is used before words that begin with a consonant sound.

Use 'a half' when referring to half of something. For example, 'I ate a half of the pizza.'

Examples:

  • I need a half cup of sugar for the recipe.
  • She only ate a half of the sandwich.
  • He ran a half mile before stopping.
  • Could you give me a half hour of your time?
  • They spent a half day at the beach.
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An half

'An half' is not correct in standard English.

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