principle
intermediateB1/ˈprɪnsəpəl/ · prin-ci-ple
A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior.
Meanings
A fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior.
ایک بنیادی سچائی یا قیامت جو کسی عقیدہ یا برتاؤ کے نظام کی بنیاد بناتی ہے۔
اصل
asal
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- principle of justice
- basic principle
- moral principle
Example Sentences
The principle of equality is fundamental in democratic societies.
برابری کا اصول جمہوری معاشروں میں بنیادی حیثیت رکھتا ہے۔
Barabari ka usool jamhoori muashron mein buniyadi haisiyat rakhta hai.
He always adheres to the principle of honesty.
وہ ہمیشہ ایمانداری کے اصول پر قائم رہتا ہے۔
Woh hamesha imaandari ke usool par qaim rehta hai.
Understanding the principle of supply and demand is crucial in economics.
رسد اور طلب کے اصول کو سمجھنا معیشت میں بہت اہم ہے۔
Rasad aur talab ke usool ko samajhna maeshat mein bohat ahm hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of a 'principal' as the head of a school who upholds principles.
Imagine a large scroll with the word 'principle' written on it.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
ہزاروں خواہشیں ایسی کہ ہر خواہش پہ دم نکلے۔
Hazaron khwahishain aisi ke har khwahish pe dam nikle.
Thousands of desires, each so intense that it could take my breath away.
— Mirza Ghalib, Unverified
* Poetry attribution is AI-generated and may require verification.
🗣️ Urdu Proverb
نیوالہ چھوٹا ہو یا بڑا، لیکن اصل کو نہیں بھولنا چاہئے۔
Niwaala chhota ho ya bada, lekin asal ko nahi bhoolna chahiye.
Whether the morsel is small or big, one should never forget the principle.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "principium" — beginning, foundation
First known use: 14th century
The word 'principle' originated from the Latin 'principium', which means 'beginning' or 'foundation'. It evolved through Middle French into Middle English.