English Word · Intermediate
half-staff
Half-mast
Pronunciation: say half-staff
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "Half-mast.".
Example
[T]he agents of the steamship lines drowned their sorrow in rum and ran the house flags to half-staff.
[T]he agents of the steamship lines drowned their sorrow in rum and ran the house flags to half-staff.
Practice tips
- Practice half-staff 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 word is for intermediate-level learners.