半个小时。
bàn ge xiǎo shí.
Half an hour.
بهطور تحتاللفظی: Half (半) + measure word (个) + hour (小时)
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Means exactly 30 minutes of duration.
- Always include the measure word 'ge' between half and hour.
- Used for duration, not for telling the clock time.
معنی
This phrase is the standard way to say 'half an hour' in Chinese. It is used to describe a duration of 30 minutes in almost any situation.
مثالهای کلیدی
3 از 6Waiting for a friend
我等了你半个小时。
I have been waiting for you for half an hour.
In a business meeting
会议半个小时后开始。
The meeting starts in half an hour.
Texting about a commute
坐地铁要半个小时。
Taking the subway takes half an hour.
زمینه فرهنگی
In major cities, people are very time-conscious. Using {半个小时|bàngèxiǎoshí} is a professional way to set expectations. The usage is identical, though you might occasionally hear '半个钟头' in older generations. Influenced by Cantonese, speakers might use '半个钟', but {半个小时|bàngèxiǎoshí} is understood by everyone.
Measure word usage
Always include '个' when you are a beginner to sound more natural.
Clock time vs Duration
Never use this for clock time. It is only for duration.
در ۱۵ ثانیه
- Means exactly 30 minutes of duration.
- Always include the measure word 'ge' between half and hour.
- Used for duration, not for telling the clock time.
What It Means
半个小时 is your go-to phrase for thirty minutes. It is simple, direct, and incredibly common. You are literally saying 'half of one hour unit.' It is the bread and butter of time management in China.
How To Use It
Place it after a verb to show how long an action lasts. For example, 等了半个小时 means 'waited for half an hour.' You can also use it to answer 'how long' questions. It is very flexible and fits into most sentence structures easily. Just remember the measure word 个 is mandatory here.
When To Use It
Use it when you are running late and need to give an ETA. Use it at the gym to brag about your cardio. It is perfect for scheduling meetings or telling a friend how long the bus takes. If you are ordering food, it is a common wait time estimate. It works perfectly in both speech and text.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it to tell the specific time on a clock. To say '1:30,' you use 一点半, not this phrase. This phrase is strictly for a duration of time. Also, avoid it if you want to be hyper-precise, like '29 minutes.' It is a rounded, conversational estimate. Don't use it if you are angry and want to sound dramatic—try 'forever' instead!
Cultural Background
In Chinese culture, being 'on time' can be flexible depending on the social circle. However, 半个小时 is often used as a polite 'buffer' time. If someone says they are 'half an hour away,' they might just be leaving their house. It is the universal unit of 'not too long, but not immediate.' It reflects a practical approach to daily scheduling.
Common Variations
You might hear people drop the 个 in very fast, informal speech, but keep it for now. Some people just say 半时 in very formal writing, but that is rare. In texting, you might see 30min used as a shortcut. Another variation is 三十分钟, which is more technical. Stick with 半个小时 for a natural, friendly vibe.
نکات کاربردی
This is a neutral-register phrase suitable for all contexts. The most common mistake is omitting the measure word `个` or using it to tell the time of day.
Measure word usage
Always include '个' when you are a beginner to sound more natural.
Clock time vs Duration
Never use this for clock time. It is only for duration.
Conciseness
If you are writing a formal email, '半小时' is perfectly acceptable.
مثالها
6我等了你半个小时。
I have been waiting for you for half an hour.
Used to express the duration of waiting.
会议半个小时后开始。
The meeting starts in half an hour.
Professional way to state a future start time.
坐地铁要半个小时。
Taking the subway takes half an hour.
Common way to describe travel time.
他洗澡要半个小时，真慢！
He takes half an hour to shower, so slow!
Used to tease someone about their speed.
菜还要等半个小时吗？
Will the food take another half hour?
Asking for an estimate on service.
别担心，再过半个小时就到了。
Don't worry, we'll be there in another half hour.
Providing reassurance using a time frame.
خودت رو بسنج
Which is the correct way to say 'half an hour'?
Choose the best option:
This is the standard Mandarin term.
Fill in the blank for the duration.
我需要______准备。
The measure word '个' is correctly placed.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 电影多久开始？ B: ______.
This is the most natural way to express 'in half an hour'.
Match the time to the correct expression.
30 minutes = ?
30 minutes is exactly half an hour.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاChoose the best option:
This is the standard Mandarin term.
我需要______准备。
The measure word '个' is correctly placed.
A: 电影多久开始？ B: ______.
This is the most natural way to express 'in half an hour'.
هر مورد سمت چپ را با جفتش در سمت راست مطابقت دهید:
30 minutes is exactly half an hour.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
6 سوالYes, both are correct. '半个小时' is slightly more common in spoken Mandarin.
It is neutral. It works in all situations.
That is '五点半'. Do not use '半个小时'.
It is a measure word for the noun 'hour'.
No, it is specific to 30 minutes.
Yes, it is standard across all Mandarin-speaking regions.
عبارات مرتبط
半小时
synonymHalf an hour
半点
contrast30 minutes past the hour
一个小时
builds onOne hour
半个钟头
similarHalf an hour
