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What Greek root means half?

The Greek root that means "half" is hemi-.

Here are some examples of words that use this root:

* Hemisphere: Half of a sphere

* Hemicycle: Half of a circle

* Hemoglobin: A protein in red blood cells that contains iron and is responsible for oxygen transport

* Hemiplegia: Paralysis of one side of the body

* Hemicrania: Headache on one side of the head

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