Example: Par principe, je refuse toute forme d'injustice manifeste.
Definition
"Par principe" is a French expression used to indicate that an action or decision is made based on a fundamental belief or ethical standard rather than practical considerations. It means doing something out of principle, as in refusing any form of obvious injustice on principle.
Translations
As a matter of principle
Por principio
Uit principe
Per principi
Aus Prinzip
Etymology
The phrase "Par principe" originates from French, combining "par" meaning 'by' or 'through' and "principe" meaning 'principle' or 'fundamental truth.' Did you know that "principe" ultimately comes from the Latin word "principium," which means 'beginning' or 'foundation,' reflecting the idea of acting from a foundational belief?
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As a matter of principle