Forewarned is forearmed.

Saying is one thing, doing is another.

The sun is high in the sky at midday.

Southern Italy is famous for its warm climate and delicious cuisine.

I waited half an hour for my friend.

Restaurants at midday are always crowded.

I waited for two half-hours before you arrived.

The half-blooded boy has inherited traits from both his mother and father.

The mezzo-soprano sang a wonderful aria.

The mezzo-soprano has a warm and enveloping vocal timbre.