English Idiom · Advanced
and a half
An intensifier, used to emphasize great extent or degree
Pronunciation: say and a half
Meaning
Used after a noun to emphasize that something is a very good or extreme example of its kind.
Example
He's a genius and a half.
He's a genius and a half.
Practice tips
- Practice and a half out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English idiom is for advanced-level learners.