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    Principale (en. Main)

    /pʁɛ̃.sip.al/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    The most important in relation to others.
    The main problem is the lack of funding.
    Le problème principale est le manque de financement.
    Who occupies the top place in a hierarchy or list.
    Her main concern was the safety of her family.
    Sa principale préoccupation était la sécurité de sa famille.
    Essential or fundamental.
    The main focus of our project is sustainability.
    L'axe principale de notre projet est la durabilité.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'principalis', derived from 'princeps' which means 'first' or 'leader'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    main idea
    Central or essential concept of a speech or text.
    idée principale
    main role
    The most important function in a given situation.
    rôle principal
    main subject
    Dominant theme of a discussion.
    sujet principal

    Related Words

    principle
    Rule or foundation on which a theory or system is based.
    principe
    principal
    Who is the head or leader of an organization.
    principal
    priority
    Who should be addressed first due to its importance.
    prioritaire

    Slang Meanings

    The most prominent person in a business or group.
    He thinks he is the main one in the office.
    Il se prend pour la principale dans le bureau.
    Someone who always has the last word or influence in a situation.
    In this debate, she plays the role of the main one.
    Dans ce débat, elle joue le rôle de la principale.