How to spell out a fraction

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I know that the fraction 1/3 can be written as "a third" or "one third." Then, what about "one-third"? Is it correct English?

Tamguatlay · Accepted Answer

seagullThen, what about "one-third"? Is it correct

Yes, it is.

Seagull · Answer

Thank you so much, Tamguatlay.
Which of the three options do you normally use?

Tamguatlay · Answer

seagullThank you so much, Tamguatlay. Which of the three options do you normally use?

I prefer one-third.

Seagull · Answer

I understand.
Thank you very much indeed.

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