What does treble mean?

To become three times as much, or cause this increase. Three times as much, or consisting of three parts. The high sounds in music or a sound system.

treble

/ˈtrebl/ · /ˈtrebəl/

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增至三倍；使增至三倍

v. To become three times as much, or cause this increase.

增至三倍；使增至三倍

adj. Three times as much, or consisting of three parts.

三倍的；三重的

n. The high sounds in music or a sound system.

高音；高音声部

Our heating bills treble when the weather turns cold.

天气变冷时，我们的取暖费会增至原来的三倍。

Investment in renewable energy could treble over the next decade if governments introduce stronger financial incentives.

如果政府推出更有力的财政激励措施，可再生能源投资可能在未来十年增至三倍。

treble表示变为原来的三倍，即增加两倍；英式英语常用。

What does treble mean?: To become three times as much, or cause this increase. Three times as much, or consisting of three parts. The high sounds in music or a sound system.
How is treble pronounced?: UK /ˈtrebl/, US /ˈtrebəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.