Prinsipyo (en. Principle)

prin-si-pyo

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A primary idea or belief that serves as a guide for behavior or decision.
The principle of justice is important in our society.
Ang prinsipyo ng katarungan ay mahalaga sa ating lipunan.
A rule or basis of knowledge or system of beliefs.
The principles of science are based on evidence.
Ang mga prinsipyo ng agham ay nakabatay sa mga ebidensya.
A standard that can be used to evaluate actions or decisions.
One should adhere to the principle of integrity at all times.
Dapat sundin ang prinsipyo ng integridad sa lahat ng pagkakataon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

moral principles
Basic principles relating to right and wrong.
mga prinsipyong moral
stand on principles
A viewpoint that remains on basic ideas even in difficult situations.
paninindigan sa prinsipyo

Related Words

ethics
The branch of philosophy that studies moral principles.
etika
values
Values or principles that are important to an individual or society.
nilai

Slang Meanings

rules for life
We should stick to our principles no matter what happens.
Dapat tayong sumunod sa ating prinsipyo kahit anong mangyari.
standards or values
He has principles, so he doesn't associate with the wrong crowd.
May prinsipyo siya, kaya't hindi siya nakikisama sa mga hindi tama.
moral compass
His principles are like a compass guiding him on what is right.
Yung prinsipyo niya, parang compass na nagtuturo sa kanya kung ano ang tama.