German word

Trio

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtʁiːo/

Meaning

  • neuter nountrio

Example

Das Konzert unseres Trios ist ausverkauft.

The concert by our trio is sold out.

Illustration for Trio (trio)

More examples

Sie beschlossen, ein Trio zu bilden.

They decided to form a trio.

Core concept

A single group made up of three people who perform or work together.

Common phrases

  • ein Trio bilden

    form a trio

  • ein neues Trio

    a new trio

  • als Trio bekannt sein

    be known as a trio

Similar words

Ensemble: A small performing group in music or theatre.
Besetzung: The particular members taking part in a musical or theatrical production.
Dreierteam: A three-person team working together in a job or activity.
Band: A popular music group that sings or plays instruments.

Definition in German

Ein festes Ensemble von drei Personen, häufig im musikalischen Bereich, das aber auch allgemein eine Dreiergruppe bezeichnen kann.

Word origin

The German noun Trio is borrowed from Italian trio, which entered musical terminology for a composition or ensemble of three.

Usage tips

  • For three people in general, German often uses zu dritt, while Trio suggests an established group or ensemble.

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