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    Principio (en. Principle)

    /pɾinˈθipio/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Opening or start of a process.
    The beginning of the story is very captivating.
    El principio de la historia es muy cautivador.
    Rule or fundamental law that governs a system.
    The principle of morality is essential in ethics.
    El principio de moralidad es esencial en la ética.
    Base or foundation of a theory.
    The principle of conservation of energy is key in physics.
    El principio de conservación de la energía es clave en física.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'principium', which means 'beginning' or 'foundation'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    beginning of agreement
    Foundation of a contract or agreement.
    principio de acuerdo
    from beginning to end
    From the start to the finish.
    de principio a fin
    in principle
    Theoretically or in general terms.
    en principio

    Related Words

    beginner
    Person who is starting to engage in an activity.
    principiante
    principled
    That is fundamental or essential.
    principioso

    Slang Meanings

    Use in the context of starting something.
    Let's give a start to this project.
    Vamos a darle un principio a este proyecto.