der Grundsatz
Translation
principles, fundamentals, tenets
Examples
Wir handeln nach festen Grundsätzen.
We act according to firm principles.
Er bleibt seinen Grundsätzen treu.
He remains true to his principles.
Grammar Patterns
to act according to ((sth.dat)) Wir handeln nach festen Grundsätzen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Prinzip, Maxime, Leitsatz; Antonyms: Ausnahme (exception)
Etymology
Composed of 'Grund' (ground, foundation) and 'Satz' (sentence, rule). It literally means a 'ground rule'.
Memory Tips
Visualize a 'ground sentence' written on the foundation of a building, representing a core principle.