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foundational principles

[faʊn'deɪʃənəl 'prɪnsəpəlz]
noun phrase
princípios fundamentais
1. Basic, essential rules or truths that form the basis of a system, belief, or organization
The foundational principles of democracy include equality and representation.
Os princípios fundamentais da democracia incluem igualdade e representação.
2. Core concepts upon which knowledge, practice, or structure is built
Understanding foundational principles is essential before advancing to complex topics.
Compreender os princípios fundamentais é essencial antes de avançar para tópicos complexos.
Synonyms
core principlesbasic principlesfundamental rulesessential tenetsunderlying principles
Antonyms
secondary principlesauxiliary principlessuperficial rules

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
princípios fundamentais
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
princípios base
Informal alternative, less formal contexts
Portugal
princípios fundamentais
Standard usage in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

from the ground up
back to basics
lay the groundwork
build from the ground up
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