How to Pronounce Three

To pronounce "three", say THREE — one syllable, IPA /ˈθɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈθɹi/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/θɹˈiː/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

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What does three mean?

noun

  1. NATO & ICAO radiotelephony clear code (spelling-alphabet name) for the digit 3.
  2. The digit/figure 3.

numeral

  1. A numerical value equal to 3; the number following two and preceding four.
  2. Describing a set or group with three elements.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "three"?▾

To pronounce "three", say THREE — one syllable, IPA /ˈθɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "three"?▾

"Three" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "three"?▾

The IPA transcription of "three" is /ˈθɹi/.

What does "three" mean?▾

Three: NATO & ICAO radiotelephony clear code (spelling-alphabet name) for the digit 3.

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