Meaning & Definition of Thrice in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: In three instances; three times.

  Example Sentence: He has asked me thrice to join him.

• Definition: Used for emphasis, often in literary contexts.

  Example Sentence: The hero was thrice blessed in his adventures.

Etymology

Origin: From Middle English thries, derived from Old English thrīwa.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• thrice as nice: A playful phrase indicating something is good or enjoyable when repeated.
• thrice cursed: Indicates that something has been cursed or condemned three times.

Translations

• Spanish: tres veces

• French: trois fois

• German: dreimal

• Russian: трижды

Related Words

• triple: Consisting of three parts or elements.

• triad: A group or set of three.

• ternary: Involving three different elements.

Slang Meanings of thrice

• Meaning: Used humorously to emphasize excessive action.

  Example Sentence: He said he’ll do it thrice, meaning he’s really serious about it!