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原げん則そく

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Meanings

1

noun

principle; general rule

A fundamental rule or basic policy that serves as a standard. Often used in formal, legal, or organizational contexts.

2

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

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