Marathi · Numbers & Time
तीन
tin
Three
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number three.
Example
आपण तीन वाजता भेटू.
We will meet at three o'clock.
Etymology
The term 'तीन' (tin) comes from the Proto-Indo-Aryan *tr̥ēna, reflecting a lineage common to many Indo-European languages. This numerical term has been a part of the Marathi lexicon for centuries.
How & Where It’s Used
'तीन' is widely used in both spoken and written Marathi, suitable for formal contexts like education or financial documents as well as informal conversations. It is uniformly recognized across Maharashtra.