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trio

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈtriːoʊ/

KK: /ˈtriːoʊ/

noun
Definition

A group of three people or things, often used in music to refer to three performers or instruments.


Example

The trio performed beautifully at the concert last night.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear that new song by the trio from our school?
Sloth B
Yeah, I loved it! Their harmonies are amazing.
Sloth A
I know, right? I can't believe they made such a great sound with just three of them.
Sloth B
It’s really impressive how well they blend together.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
threesome
trinity
triplet
Antonyms
duo
quartet
pair
Root Explanation

Trio → It is derived from the Latin word "trio" (meaning three). The word "trio" refers to a group of three people or things.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for three, 'trio', to remember that a trio is a group of three.

Visually Confused Words
turio
tri
rio
tursio
turion
tritor
triton
tripos
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