principal
Refers to something that is the most important, main, or primary in rank, importance, or value. It is frequently used to identify the chief factor, reason, or person in a specific situation.
Exemplos
3 de 5The principal reason for my visit is to discuss the new project.
The main reason for my visit is to discuss the new project.
The principal investigator is responsible for the integrity of the research data.
The lead researcher is responsible for the integrity of the research data.
My principal gripe with this phone is that the battery dies too quickly.
My main complaint about this phone is that the battery dies too quickly.
Família de palavras
Dica de memorização
Think of the 'principal' of a school; they are your 'pal' (the last three letters) and they are the 'main' person in charge.
Quiz rápido
The ______ reason for the delay was a sudden mechanical failure in the engine.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: principal
Exemplos
The principal reason for my visit is to discuss the new project.
everydayThe main reason for my visit is to discuss the new project.
The principal investigator is responsible for the integrity of the research data.
formalThe lead researcher is responsible for the integrity of the research data.
My principal gripe with this phone is that the battery dies too quickly.
informalMy main complaint about this phone is that the battery dies too quickly.
Deforestation is the principal cause of habitat loss in this region.
academicDeforestation is the primary cause of habitat loss in this region.
Our principal objective this quarter is to increase our market share by five percent.
businessOur main goal this quarter is to increase our market share by five percent.
Família de palavras
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
principal sum
the original amount of money lent or invested, excluding interest
principal actor
the person taking the leading role in a play or event
principal dancer
the highest-ranking dancer in a ballet company
Frequentemente confundido com
A 'principle' is a fundamental truth, law, or moral belief, whereas 'principal' as an adjective means 'main'.
Notas de uso
When used as an adjective, 'principal' always comes before a noun to indicate importance. It can also function as a noun to mean the head of a school or the main amount of a loan.
Erros comuns
The most frequent error is spelling it as 'principle' when trying to describe something as 'main' or 'most important'.
Dica de memorização
Think of the 'principal' of a school; they are your 'pal' (the last three letters) and they are the 'main' person in charge.
Origem da palavra
Derived from the Latin 'principalis', meaning 'first' or 'original', from 'princeps' (first, chief).
Padrões gramaticais
Contexto cultural
In the US, UK, and Australia, 'Principal' is the standard title for the head of an elementary or high school.
Quiz rápido
The ______ reason for the delay was a sudden mechanical failure in the engine.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: principal
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