Synonyms for

Triangles

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

Definition

A plane figure with three straight sides and three angles.

Synonyms & similar words

trigon triangle trilateral triangulum trilateral trigon trigonon trikona trikone trilithon triskele triskelion triskeles triskelia triskelos delta pyramid tetrahedron prism cone wedge pyramidal

Synonyms by register

Formal

trigons ternary figures

Literary

triskelions trident shapes

Antonyms

squares circles rectangles spheres cubes cylinders quadrilaterals

Common collocations

  • equilateral triangle
  • right-angled triangle
  • isosceles triangle
  • scalene triangle
  • triangle inequality
  • triangle shape
  • triangle symbol

Word family

noun triangle
adjective triangular

Usage note

While 'triangle' is the standard term, in specific mathematical contexts, 'trigon' might be encountered. The adjective form is 'triangular'.

Example sentences

  1. The pyramids in Egypt are made of triangles.
  2. The sail on the boat is shaped like a triangle.
  3. The pizza slice is in the shape of a triangle.
  4. The roof of the house has triangles on it.
  5. The stop sign has a triangle shape.

Quotes

  • The triangle is a shape that lies at the root of much of our mathematics.
  • The triangle is the basic building block for many geometric shapes.
  • The triangle is a shape that can be found in many aspects of nature.

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