triplice
triple
adjective TREE-plee-cheh Rare
Origin: From Latin triplex ('threefold').
Also means
threefold
Usage Note
Triplice is an adjective meaning 'triple' or 'threefold', typically used in formal or historical contexts: la Triplice Alleanza ('the Triple Alliance'). Unlike triplo (which usually modifies a quantity — triplo salario, 'triple salary'), triplice often stresses the three distinct components of something. It is invariable for gender: un accordo triplice, un'azione triplice; only number changes: triplice / triplici.
Examples
"L'accordo prevede un impegno triplice."
Natural Translation
The agreement foresees a threefold commitment.
Related Words
Explore Italian by topic
ItalianNow
5 min read
ItalianNow
5 min read