Meaning and Usage
The word '후반' specifically refers to the latter or second half of a period, event, or object. It is commonly used in contexts like sports games, movies, or any situation divided into two parts.
Common Contexts
You will often hear '후반' when discussing the second half of a game (e.g., soccer, basketball), the latter part of a movie or book, or the second half of a time period such as a year or a project timeline.
Collocations and Patterns
- '후반에' (in the latter half): Used to indicate when something happens during the second half.
- '후반부' (the latter part/section): Often used to describe a specific segment within a larger whole.
- '후반전' (second half of a game): Common in sports contexts.
Register and Politeness
'후반' is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal contexts without change.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '후반' with '뒷부분' (the back part) or '끝부분' (the end part). '후반' specifically implies the second half, not just any later part. For example, '후반' of a game is the time after halftime, not just the last few minutes.