Arabic · Numbers & Time
ثلاثة
thalatha
Three
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number three.
Example
الاجتماع بعد ثلاثة أيام.
The meeting is in three days.
Etymology
The word 'ثلاثة' (thalatha) derives from the root 'ث ل ث' (th-l-th), which is connected to the concept of three in many Semitic languages. It has maintained a consistent meaning throughout the history of Arabic, serving as a cardinal number.
How & Where It’s Used
'ثلاثة' is used in both spoken and written Arabic across all dialects, typically in both formal and informal contexts. It is a commonly used numeral found in everyday conversation as well as in literature.