Triple meter is a musical time signature that divides each measure into three beats. This means that each measure can be counted as "1-2-3," creating a rhythmic pattern that feels flowing and dance-like. Common examples of triple meter include waltzes and minuets, which often emphasize the first beat. In written music, triple meter is typically notated with time signatures such as 3/4 or 6/8. In 3/4, there are three quarter-note beats per measure, while in 6/8, there are six eighth-note beats, grouped into two sets of three. This structure gives music a distinct, lilting quality.