Czech · Numbers & Time

tři

three

Beginnernumeral

Definition

The cardinal number 3.

Example

Máme tři kočky.

We have three cats.

Etymology

The Czech word 'tři' comes from the Proto-Slavic '*trĭ', which also signified the number three. Its linguistic lineage is shared with various Slavic languages, showcasing the common roots of numerals in the Slavic family.

How & Where It’s Used

'Tři' is commonly used in both spoken and written Czech and can appear in informal as well as formal contexts. It is used universally across regions without significant variation.

Watch “three” pronunciation on YouTube
numbercardinal

Related Terms