Principió (en. Principle)

/prinˈθipjo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The initial part of a process or event.
The beginning of the project was a challenge.
El principio del proyecto fue un desafío.
Fundamental rule or norm that guides actions or thoughts.
The principle of equality is fundamental in society.
El principio de igualdad es fundamental en la sociedad.
First cause of something.
The principle of the universe is a scientific mystery.
El principio del universo es un misterio científico.

Etymology

From Latin 'principium', meaning 'beginning' or 'origin'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

beginning of history
Start of a narrative or story.
principio de la historia
beginning of the end
Moment when the resolution of a situation begins.
principio del fin
active principle
Element that produces an effect or result.
principio activo

Related Words

main
That has the greatest importance or hierarchy.
principal
beginner
A person who is starting in an activity.
principiante

Slang Meanings

The initial stage of an innovative project.
We are at the beginning of something big.
Estamos en el principio de algo grande.
Referring to someone who is starting in a job or activity.
He is a beginner in this business.
Él es un principio en este negocio.