trisyllable
/traɪˈsɪləbəl/ · tri.syl.a.ble
noun
- A word of three syllables. The word 'unforgettable' is an example of a trisyllable.
- A metrical foot consisting of three syllables. In poetry, a trisyllable is often used to create a rhythmic effect.
Did you know? The word 'trisyllable' is often used in linguistics and poetry to describe the rhythmic quality of language.