Example: No podem acceptar aquesta decisió; fer-ne una qüestió de principi és necessari.
Definition
"Fer-ne una qüestió de principi" means to treat a matter as a question of principle, insisting on it based on fundamental beliefs or values rather than practical considerations. It implies taking a firm stance because the issue aligns with one's core ethical or moral standards.
Translations
To make it a matter of principle
Hacer una cuestión de principios
Er een principekwestie van maken
En faire une question de principe
Eine Prinzipienfrage daraus machen
Etymology
The phrase "fer-ne una qüestió de principi" originates from Catalan, where "fer" means 'to make' or 'to do,' "ne" is a pronoun referring to the matter, "qüestió" means 'question' or 'issue,' and "principi" translates to 'principle.' Together, it literally means 'to make of it a question of principle,' emphasizing the importance of standing by foundational beliefs. Did you know? This expression underscores the Catalan cultural emphasis on integrity and standing firm on values.
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To make it a matter of principle