principle
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/ˈprɪnsəpl/
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/ˈprɪnsəpl/
A moral rule or strong belief that guides your actions
He lives by strong moral principles that guide his decisions.
他遵循强烈的道德原则来指导自己的决策。
A basic law, rule, or idea that something is built on
The legal system follows the principle that all people are equal under the law.
法律体系遵循法律面前人人平等的原则。
A belief that guides how you act or think
The principle of equal rights for all is important in our society.
人人权利平等的原则在我们的社会中很重要。
A scientific law that explains how something works
The basic principle of this machine is similar to how a windmill works.
这台机器的基本原理类似于风车的工作原理。