noun

Trini

TRIH-nee

Trini (noun) means informal term for a person from Trinidad. Example: “My neighbor is a Trini who moved here twenty years ago.”

noun

Informal term for a person from Trinidad.

"My neighbor is a Trini who moved here twenty years ago."

adj

Relating to Trinidad or its people.

"She cooked us an authentic Trini curry."

How to use Trini

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCasual shorthand for "Trinidadian," used for both people and things from Trinidad.

When to use it

Informal — used mainly in casual speech, not formal writing.

Word forms

Trinis plural, Trinis plural

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Etymology

A shortened, informal form of "Trinidadian."

Rhymes for Trini

mini Rimini bikini Gemini panini Domini Mohini Damini martini Houdini Bellini Bernini

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Trini” mean?

The word “Trini” means informal term for a person from Trinidad. In plain terms, casual shorthand for "Trinidadian," used for both people and things from Trinidad.

How do you pronounce “Trini”?

“Trini” is pronounced TRIH-nee (/ˈtɹɪni/ in IPA).

How do you use “Trini” in a sentence?

Here is “Trini” used in a sentence: “My neighbor is a Trini who moved here twenty years ago.”

What part of speech is “Trini”?

Depending on how it is used, “Trini” can be a noun and an adjective.

How many meanings does “Trini” have?

“Trini” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal term for a person from Trinidad.