das Prinzip
Translation
principle, concept, rule
Examples
Das ist eine Frage des Prinzips.
That is a matter of principle.
Im Prinzip stimme ich dir zu.
In principle, I agree with you.
Er erklärte das Prinzip der Maschine.
He explained the principle of the machine.
Grammar Patterns
((aus Prinzip)) out of principle He doesn't eat meat out of principle.
((im Prinzip)) in principle In principle, the idea is good.
((das Prinzip von et3)) the principle of sth. That is the principle of gravity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Grundsatz, Regel; Antonyms: Ausnahme
Etymology
From Latin 'principium' (beginning, basis).
Memory Tips
A cognate of the English 'principle'. Remember the neuter article 'das' for abstract concepts.