Synonyms for

Three

Verb / θri: / Another word for three — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Three is a number that comes after two and before four.

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Common collocations

  • three times
  • three o'clock
  • three years
  • three months
  • three days
  • three people
  • three cheers
  • three-piece suit

Word family

noun three
adjective three
adverb thrice

Usage note

The word 'three' is a cardinal number and typically has no direct antonyms in the sense of opposite meaning. It refers to a specific quantity.

Example sentences

  1. Three people are sitting on the bench.
  2. I need to buy three pencils.
  3. The flag has three colors.
  4. The cake has three layers.
  5. The dice has three sides.

Quotes

  • There are three things that matter in property: location, location, location.
  • Good, better, best. Never let it rest. 'Til your good is better and your better is best.
  • One, two, three, four, I declare a thumb war.

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