triennial
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //traɪˈɛn.i.əl//
KK: /traɪˈɛn.i.əl/
adjective
Definition
Something that happens or is done every three years.
Example
The city holds a triennial festival that attracts visitors from all over the country.
Conversation
Did you hear about the triennial art festival happening next year?
Yeah, I love that event! It's always so inspiring.
I can't wait to see the new installations; they really showcase talent every three years.
For sure! It's a great way to discover new artists and trends.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
three-year
triannual
ternary
Antonyms
annual
biennial
frequent
noun
Definition
An event or celebration that takes place every three years.
Example
The city held a triennial festival to celebrate its history.
Conversation
Are you excited about the upcoming triennial festival in our town?
Absolutely! It’s always such a fun event.
I can’t believe it’s been three years since the last one.
Root Explanation
Triennial → It is formed from "tri-" (meaning three) and "annus" (meaning year). The word "triennial" refers to an event that occurs every three years.
Memory Tip
Think of 'tri-' meaning three and 'annus' meaning year — so triennial is something that happens every three years.
Visually Confused Words
tricennial
biennial
trigintennial
tricentennial
trinil
trinal