Family Events

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'half birthday' is a noun as it represents a specific type of celebration.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun. In this case, 'half' is an adjective as it describes the type of birthday being celebrated, which is midway between two annual birthdays.

• Some cultures celebrate a child's half birthday when they turn six months old.
• I can't believe it's already your half birthday! Time flies.
• Let's throw a party for your half birthday, it'll be lit!
• Reaching my half birthday in my career made me reflect on my accomplishments so far.