Thrice Meaning in English
word
ˈθɹaɪs
THRYS
θɹˈaɪs
THRYS
Definition
An old-fashioned or formal word meaning 'three times'.
Usage & Nuances
Now rarely used in everyday conversation; mostly appears in formal writing or old-fashioned contexts, like literature or speeches. In modern English, people almost always say 'three times' instead of 'thrice'.
Spanish: tres vecesPortuguese (BR): três vezesPortuguese (PT): três vezesChinese (Simplified): 三次Chinese (Traditional): 三次Hindi: तीन बारArabic: ثلاث مراتBengali: তিনবারRussian: триждыJapanese: 3回Vietnamese: ba lầnKorean: 세 번Turkish: üç kez - üç defaUrdu: تین بارIndonesian: tiga kali
Example Sentences
He called me thrice today.
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I have visited Paris thrice.
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She knocked thrice on the door.
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He’s failed his driving test thrice already — hopefully fourth time’s the charm.
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I've told you thrice to be careful with that vase!
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The bell rang thrice, echoing through the empty hall.
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