trio
word
Definition
A group of three people or things, especially musicians performing together. Can also refer to any set of three related items.
Usage & Nuances
Common in music ("jazz trio") but can mean any group of three. More formal than 'group of three'. Often used in art, food, or sports. Not used for objects unless grouped purposely.
Spanish: tríoPortuguese (BR): trioPortuguese (PT): trioChinese (Simplified): 三人组 - 三重奏Chinese (Traditional): 三人組 - 三重奏Hindi: त्रयी - तिकड़ीArabic: ثلاثيBengali: ত্রয়ী - ত্রয় (music)Russian: триоJapanese: トリオVietnamese: bộ ba - tam tấu (âm nhạc)Korean: 삼중주단 - 삼인조Turkish: üçlü - trio (müzik)Urdu: تھریو - تین رکنی گروہIndonesian: trio - bộ ba
Example Sentences
The band played as a trio last night.
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We ordered a dessert trio to share.
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They formed a trio in high school.
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That comedy trio always makes me laugh.
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She joined a jazz trio for small club gigs.
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Let’s split into trios for the next activity.
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