3 in Italian = tre

The number 3 in Italian is "tre" pronounced "treh" (one syllable, rolled "r").

Quick Answer

Pronunciation

Tre has one syllable: tre

Step by step:

1. Say "t" (tongue behind teeth)
2. Roll the "r" (trill)
3. Say "eh" (like "e" in "bed")
4. Result: "treh" (one syllable)

The rolled "r":

• Trill your tongue against the roof of mouth
• Like Spanish "r"
• Essential in Italian

Common mistakes:

• Not rolling the "r"
• Saying "tree" - it should be "treh"
• Making it two syllables

Practical Usage

Counting: uno, due, tre... Phone numbers: 3 = tre Prices: €3 = tre euro Times: 3:00 = le tre Dates: 3rd = il tre, terzo (ordinal)

Common Phrases

tre volte: Three times terzo: Third (ordinal) tutti e tre: All three in tre: Together (three people)

Quick Takeaways

• 3 = tre pronounced "treh"
• One syllable
• Roll the "r"
• Terzo = third (ordinal)
• Pure "eh" sound at end

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