triplex
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈtrɪplɛks/
KK: /ˈtrɪplɛks/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is made up of three parts or sections, such as a building with three separate living units.
Example
They live in a triplex that has three different apartments.
Conversation
Did you see that new triplex building they constructed downtown?
Yeah, it looks really impressive with three levels of apartments.
I wonder how much the rent is for a triplex like that.
Probably quite a bit, but it would be nice to have all that space!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
triple
threefold
ternary
Antonyms
single
double
unified
noun
Definition
A type of building that has three separate living units, often used for apartments or homes.
Example
We live in a triplex that has three different apartments.
Conversation
Hey, did you see that new triplex they built on Maple Street?
Yeah, I heard it looks really nice inside!
I wonder how much they charge for each unit in that triplex.
Root Explanation
Triplex → It is formed from "tri-" (meaning three) and "plex" (from Latin "plicare", meaning to fold). The word "triplex" refers to something that is threefold or consists of three parts.
Memory Tip
Think of 'three' ('tri-') and 'folding' ('plex') together, which helps you remember that 'triplex' means something that is threefold.
Visually Confused Words
atriplex
tiple
thripple
striplet