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UK//ˈhæf.lɪŋ//US//ˈhæf.lɪŋ//

Meaning of Halflings

Small humanoid creatures commonly found in fantasy settings.

In simple words: Small humanoid creatures in fantasy stories.

Halflings in a sentence

  • In the village, the Halflings celebrated the harvest festival with food and music.
  • The adventurers were surprised to find Halflings living peacefully in the woods.
  • Many stories feature Halflings as cunning and quick-thinking characters.
  • The role-playing game included Halflings as a playable race with unique abilities.
  • In the story, the Halflings defeated a giant by using their cleverness and teamwork.

How to use Halflings

Used in fantasy literature and games. Appropriate in casual and gaming contexts, less so in formal ones.

Grammar pattern

compound noun

Memory hint

Think of 'half' and 'ling' – like a half-sized being!

Related words

Collocations with Halflings

  • Halfling community
  • Halfling culture
  • Halfling traits

Synonyms for Halflings

Common mistakes with Halflings

  • Confused with 'hobbits' from specific franchises.
  • Incorrectly spelled as 'halfling's'.
  • Misunderstood as a real-world term.

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Frequently asked questions about Halflings

What does Halflings mean?

Small humanoid creatures in fantasy stories.

What is the definition of Halflings?

Small humanoid creatures commonly found in fantasy settings.

How do you use Halflings in a sentence?

In the village, the Halflings celebrated the harvest festival with food and music.

Can you give another example of Halflings?

The adventurers were surprised to find Halflings living peacefully in the woods.

What are synonyms for Halflings?

Common alternatives include Small folk, Hobbits, Little people.

What words go with Halflings?

It commonly pairs with Halfling community, Halfling culture, Halfling traits.

What are common mistakes when using Halflings?

Confused with 'hobbits' from specific franchises. Incorrectly spelled as 'halfling's'. Misunderstood as a real-world term.

How do you pronounce Halflings?

US: //ˈhæf.lɪŋ//, UK: //ˈhæf.lɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Halflings?

Used in fantasy literature and games. Appropriate in casual and gaming contexts, less so in formal ones.