three
- 01 A1 Beginner
num.the number 3, which comes after 2 and before 4.
num.the cardinal number representing the sum of two and one.
Simple“There are three apples on the kitchen table for your lunch.”
In context“The experiment required three separate trials to ensure the data collected was statistically significant and free from anomalies.”
- 02 A2 Elementary
n.the written symbol or digit 3.
n.the graphic symbol or character representing the number three.
Simple“The house number was a large brass three fixed to the gate.”
In context“The calligrapher carefully inked a stylized three at the beginning of the chapter to mark the third section of the manuscript.”
- 03 A2 Elementary
n.three o'clock, in either the morning or the afternoon.
n.the third hour after midnight or noon.
Simple“The meeting is scheduled to start at three this afternoon.”
In context“By the time the clock struck three, the weary travelers had finally reached the outskirts of the city.”
- 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a shot in basketball that is worth three points.
n.a successful field goal made from beyond the three-point line.
Simple“He hit a deep three right at the end of the game to win.”
In context“The point guard specialized in transition play, often pulling up for a contested three rather than driving to the basket.”
Synonymsthree pointer
Usage three years · three months · three times