halves
The plural of "half" is halves.
Some nouns that end in f change the f to v and add -es: half becomes halves.
Meaning: one of two equal parts (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
Use a plural verb with halves: the halves are. The possessive plural adds only an apostrophe: halves'.
How do you pronounce it?
half is pronounced /ˈhɑːf/. The plural ending sounds like /vz/.
Did you know?
- Not every f turns into v: roofs, chiefs and beliefs keep the f.
Examples in context
- Cut the apple into halves.Singular: Cut the apple into half.
- The second half of the match was very different.This sentence is the same in the singular.
