dasPrinzip/pʁɪnˈt͡siːp/principle; tenet; rule
Prinzip is a German noun that means principle, tenet, or rule. It is pronounced /pʁɪnˈt͡siːp/. As a noun it takes the article "das".
Definitions
1.basic rule or fundamental idea that guides actions or beliefs(general)
a.universal or moral guideline
Ehrlichkeit ist für ihn ein wichtiges Prinzip.—Honesty is an important principle for him.
2.basic law or natural rule in science or technology(science/technology)
a.scientific law
Das Prinzip der Schwerkraft erklärt das Fallen von Gegenständen.—The principle of gravity explains why objects fall.
3.in principle, in theory (used in set phrases)(idiomatic expression)
a.generally speaking (in principle)
Im Prinzip ist das möglich, aber es ist sehr teuer.—In principle, that is possible, but it is very expensive.
Declension
Genderneuter
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Prinzip | — |
| Genitive | des Prinzips | — |
| Dative | dem Prinzip | — |
| Accusative | das Prinzip | — |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Prinzip" mean in English?
- "Prinzip" means principle, tenet, or rule. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Prinzip"?
- "Prinzip" is pronounced /pʁɪnˈt͡siːp/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Prinzip" der, die, or das?
- "Prinzip" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
- What part of speech is "Prinzip"?
- "Prinzip" is a noun in German.
