nửa

[nɨə˧˩]

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

(noun) half

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

Examples

nửa thời gianhalf of the time

Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Sources & notes

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Sense 2

Meaning · English

(adjective) half; semi-

Common questions

What does “nửa” mean?

(noun) half

Is “nửa” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.