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in principle

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ɪn ˈprɪnsəpəl/

in principle means: As far as the main idea is concerned, before deciding all the details.

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BASIC AGREEMENTB2

As far as the main idea is concerned, before deciding all the details.

  • I agree in principle.
  • They approved the plan in principle but still need to discuss the cost.
  • We support the proposal in principle, although some details must change.

Similar words: in broad terms

Common phrases: agree in principle, accept in principle, support in principle

IN THEORYB2

According to an idea or theory, even if things happen differently in real life.

  • It should work in principle.
  • In principle, the system can handle thousands of users at once.
  • The idea is possible in principle, but nobody has tested it yet.

Similar words: in theory, theoretically

Common phrases: possible in principle, work in principle

Questions about in principle

What does in principle mean?

As far as the main idea is concerned, before deciding all the details.

What is in principle in other languages?

Türkçe: prensipte · Español: en principio · Français: sur le principe · Deutsch: grundsätzlich · Italiano: in linea di principio · 日本語: 原則として

How do you pronounce in principle?

It is pronounced /ɪn ˈprɪnsəpəl/.

How do you use in principle in a sentence?

I agree in principle. They approved the plan in principle but still need to discuss the cost.

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