trio
0 antonyms and opposites of trio, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A group of three people or things.
Etymology
Borrowed from Italian trio in the early 18th century.
Full origin of trio →Frequently asked questions
What does “trio” mean?
The word “trio” means a group of three people or things. In plain terms, any set of three — people, musicians, or things — grouped together.
How do you pronounce “trio”?
“Trio” is pronounced TREE-oh (/ˈtɹioʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “trio” in a sentence?
Here is “trio” used in a sentence: “The trio of friends traveled across Europe together.”
What is another word for “trio”?
Words with a similar meaning to “trio” include threesome, triad, trine, trinity, troika and triumvirate.
What part of speech is “trio”?
“Trio” is a noun.
Where does the word “trio” come from?
The word “trio” dates back to around 1700 and comes from Italian. Borrowed from Italian trio in the early 18th century.
Is “trio” a common word?
“Trio” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “trio” have?
“Trio” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a group of three people or things.
What is the difference between a "trio" and a "triad"?
Both refer to a group of three, but "trio" is the everyday word and is especially common for three people or three musicians, while "triad" tends to be more technical or formal, such as a chord of three notes or a set of three related concepts. A trio can play music; a triad is more often an abstract grouping.
What is the difference between a "trio" and a "quartet"?
A trio is a group of three performers, or a piece written for three, while a quartet is a group of four. The prefixes reflect the numbers, with "tri-" meaning three and "quart-" meaning four.
Is "trio" singular or plural?
"Trio" is grammatically singular and takes "a" — "a trio." In American English it usually takes a singular verb ("the trio is playing"), while in British English it may take a plural verb ("the trio are playing") when the members are viewed individually. Its plural is "trios."
What kinds of things can be called a "trio"?
A trio can describe any set of three — three people, three musicians, three matching items, or a musical work for three performers. It is often used for recognised groupings, such as a jazz trio or a trio of friends.