noun
A fundamental rule or basic policy that serves as a standard. Often used in formal, legal, or organizational contexts.
会社の経営原則を守ることが大切だ。
It is important to follow the company's management principles.
民主
We discussed the basic principles of democracy.
noun, adverb
as a rule; in principle; generally
Used adverbially, often in the phrase 原則として, to indicate a general rule that may have exceptions.
See also: 原則として
原則として、会議は公開で行われます。
As a rule, meetings are held in public.
この道路は原則として駐車禁止です。
In principle, parking is prohibited on this road.