A1 Expression Neutral

Es ist halb fünf.

It is half past four.

Meaning

A statement indicating the current time.

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Cultural Background

Punctuality is highly valued; being on time means arriving at the exact minute. Similar time-telling, though 'Uhr' is sometimes used more frequently. Very precise, often using 24-hour clock in formal settings.

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The +1 Rule

Always add one to the hour you see on the clock when using 'halb'.

Meaning

A statement indicating the current time.

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The +1 Rule

Always add one to the hour you see on the clock when using 'halb'.

Test Yourself

What is 4:30 in German?

Es ist ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: halb fünf

In German, you always use the next hour for the half-hour mark.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
What is 4:30 in German? Choose A1

Es ist ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: halb fünf

In German, you always use the next hour for the half-hour mark.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

German uses a different logic for time.

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