principle
gb/pɹˈɪnsəpəl/ us/pɹˈɪnsəpəl/
B1
Inglés
~ 800
elv, alapelv, törvény, természettörvény, erkölcsi elv
SUSTANTIVO
B1
1
Patrón de uso:
[someone] acts on the principle that [clause]
Honesty is an important principle in any relationship.
Az őszinteség minden kapcsolatban fontos elv.
The company operates on the principle that customers come first.
A vállalat azt az elvet követi, hogy az ügyfelek az elsők.
Freedom of speech is a founding principle of the nation.
She refused the offer on principle, believing it was unfair.
The principle of equality is written into the law.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
We should follow the principle of kindness.
Követnünk kellene a kedvesség elvét.
The teacher explained the principle of sharing.
A tanár elmagyarázta a megosztás elvét.
It is a principle to tell the truth.
He works by the principle of respect.
The law is based on the principle of fairness.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse 'principle' with 'principal'; 'principal' means the head of a school or the main amount of money in finance.
Significado
fundamental rule or belief
Colocaciones
basic principle
|general principle
|moral principle
|guiding principle
|principle of fairness
Sinónimos
rule (Less formal and more specific to regulations or instructions.)
|
tenet (Often used in formal or academic contexts to mean a core belief.)
Antónimos
exception (Refers to something that does not follow the general rule.)
Temas
ethics
|philosophy
|law
|education
|core_vocabulary
Definición
A basic truth or rule that guides how people think or act.
A fundamental truth, law, or belief that forms the basis for reasoning or action.
SUSTANTIVO
B2
TECHNICAL
2
Patrón de uso:
principle of [scientific concept]
The principle of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed.
Az energiamegmaradás elve kimondja, hogy energia nem keletkezik és nem vész el.
Lasers work on the principle of light amplification by stimulated emission.
A lézerek a stimulált emisszióval történő fényerősítés elvén működnek.
This engine operates on the principle of internal combustion.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The principle of gravity makes things fall down.
A gravitáció törvénye miatt esnek le a dolgok.
A plane flies because of the principle of lift.
A repülőgép a felhajtóerő elvének köszönhetően repül.
Magnets work on the principle of attraction.
Significado
scientific law or theory
Colocaciones
principle of relativity
|principle of gravity
|operating principle
|scientific principle
Sinónimos
law (In science, often refers to a proven and universal rule.)
|
theory (A scientific explanation supported by evidence, but not necessarily universally proven.)
Temas
science
|technology
|education
Definición
A basic rule in science that explains how things happen in nature.
A general scientific or natural law that explains how something works or why something happens.
SUSTANTIVO
B2
FORMAL
3
erkölcsi elv
B2
elv
B1
Patrón de uso:
[someone] refuses/acts on principle
She resigned on principle rather than accept the unethical changes.
Elvi okokból inkább lemondott, mintsem elfogadja az etikátlan változtatásokat.
He would not lie, as a matter of principle.
Elvből nem hazudna.
The judge stood by his principles despite public criticism.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
He did not take the money on principle.
Elvből nem fogadta el a pénzt.
She spoke the truth on principle.
Elvből az igazat mondta.
I will not cheat, as a matter of principle.
Significado
moral standard or value
Colocaciones
stand on principle
|act on principle
|matter of principle
Sinónimos
ethic (Often used in plural form to describe a set of moral values.)
|
value (A broad term for what someone believes is important in life.)
Antónimos
compromise (In this context, giving up a moral standard for convenience or gain.)
Temas
ethics
|personal values
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definición
A strong belief about what is right or wrong that guides how someone acts.
A personal moral standard that influences how someone behaves or makes decisions.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
principle
AFI
GB/pɹˈɪnsəpəl/
US/pɹˈɪnsəpəl/
Sílabas y acento
prin - ciple (2 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (prin)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: principle
- Plural: principle, principles
Familia de palabras
Forms
principles
noun
Core family
principled
adjective
Related words
principal
adjective A2
principally
adverb B2
Negative and opposite forms
unprincipled
adjective
Expresiones
on principle
1/ˈɔn pɹˈɪnsəpəl/
fixed phrase
because of moral belief
Doing something because you believe it is right or wrong, not for practical reasons.
Ejemplos
- She refused to pay the fee on principle.
- On principle, he never accepts gifts from clients.
in principle
1/ˈɪn pɹˈɪnsəpəl/
fixed phrase
generally but not fully agreed
Agreeing with an idea in general, but not with all its details or how it is done.
Ejemplos
- I agree with the proposal in principle, but we need to discuss the details.
- In principle, everyone supports free education, but funding is an issue.
in principle
2/ˈɪn pɹˈɪnsəpəl/
fixed phrase
generally true according to rules
True according to basic rules or ideas, even if there are problems in real situations.
Ejemplos
- In principle, I agree with the new policy, but I worry about the cost.
- In principle, the club is open to everyone.
- In principle, students can retake the exam, but they need special permission.