Triple (en. Triple)
/ˈtɾiple/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Set of three elements or parts.
The classical music trio performs tonight.
El trío de música clásica se presenta esta noche.
Number three.
I need three glasses; it's a trio.
Necesito tres copas, es un trío.
adjective
Consisting of three parts or elements.
The system has a triple design that optimizes its performance.
El sistema tiene un diseño triple que optimiza su rendimiento.
That is three times greater or more than something.
The project cost has tripled in a year.
El costo del proyecto se ha triplicado en un año.
Etymology
From Latin 'triplus', meaning 'three times' or 'triple'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
triple jump
A technique in athletics that involves performing three jumps.
triple salto
triple risk
It refers to an exposure to three types of dangers or risks.
triple riesgo
triple jump
A jump that consists of a series of three movements.
salto triple
Related Words
to triple
To increase something three times.
triplicar
three
The number that follows two and precedes four.
tres
Slang Meanings
A complicated situation with many facets.
That party was a triple of problems because there were too many people.
Esa fiesta fue un triple de problemas porque había demasiada gente.
Referring to something intensely fun or successful.
The event was a triple; everyone had a great time.
El evento fue un triple; todos se divirtieron a lo grande.