principles
US /ˈprɪn.sə.pəlz/
UK /ˈprɪn.sə.pəlz/
複數名詞
1.
原則, 準則
a moral rule or a strong belief that influences your actions
範例:
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She's a woman of strong moral principles.
她是一個有強烈道德原則的女人。
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He refused to compromise his principles.
他拒絕妥協自己的原則。
2.
原理, 原則, 基本規律
a fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior or for a chain of reasoning
範例:
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The basic principles of physics are essential for understanding the universe.
物理學的基本原理對於理解宇宙至關重要。
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The school operates on the principles of equality and respect.
學校遵循平等和尊重的原則運作。