How to Pronounce Triple

To pronounce "triple", say TRIPL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɹɪpl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈtɹɪpl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “triple”

"triple" has 2 syllables: tripl-e. It rhymes with ripple and tipple, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: tripple, trippel — easy to mix up when writing.

What does triple mean?

noun

  1. Three times or thrice the number, amount, size, etc
  2. A drink with three portions of alcohol.

    “I've had a hard day; make that a triple.”

verb

  1. To multiply by three

    “The company tripled their earnings per share over last quarter.”

  2. To get a three-base hit

    “The batter tripled into the gap.”

adjective

  1. Made up of three related elements, often matching

    “The triple markings on this vase are quite unique.”

  2. Of three times the quantity.

    “Give me a triple serving of mashed potatoes.”

Synonyms

terntreblethreefoldthrissome

Words that rhyme with triple

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rippletipplenipplecrippletripplefippleparticipledippeldipplegipplehippleklippel

Related words

ternarythreefoldmultipletriplextreblethree-baggertriothree

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "triple"?▾

"Triple" has 2 syllables: tripl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "triple"?▾

The IPA transcription of "triple" is /ˈtɹɪpl/.

What does "triple" mean?▾

Triple: Three times or thrice the number, amount, size, etc

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