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.

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