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VocabJLPT N1

half past (the hour)

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Definitions

1. half past (the hour)

This word means "half past" an hour and is used when telling time. For example, "half past three" would use this word after the hour number. It is one of the most basic and essential time expressions in everyday Japanese conversation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

If there's traffic, making it by half past might be tough.

Sentence 2

Whoa, it's already half past! Are we even going to make it?

Sentence 3

There was a note on the desk with "half past" written in red.

Sentence 4

"I can wait until half past," she said.

Sentence 5

I told myself I'd get up at half past, but I have zero willpower!