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[さん(三)]
san
numeric, prefix

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[さん(３)]
san
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[さん(参)]
san
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[さん(弎)]
san
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[み(三)]
mi
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[み(３)]
mi
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[み(参)]
mi
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[み(弎)]
mi
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English Meaning(s) for 三

numeric
  1. three (参 is used in legal documents)
prefix
  1. tri-
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Definition and Synonyms for 三

Triplet the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
Synonyms: 三, 三つ, 参

Meanings for each kanji in 三

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Categories 三 is a member of

Digit one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 三

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Sample Sentences for 三

The building crumbled to pieces three years ago.
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Compare the style of those three letters.
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There are a few disadvantages to it.
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Tom has a party two or three times a year.
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Three more passengers got on the bus.
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