tenet

[/ˈtenɪt/]

nounpl: tenets

princípio

1. A principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy

One of the core tenets of Buddhism is the concept of karma.

Um dos princípios fundamentais do budismo é o conceito de karma.

2. A doctrine or dogma held as true by a group or organization

The tenets of the organization guide all its members' decisions.

Os princípios da organização guiam as decisões de todos os seus membros.

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General Brazilian

princípio

Most common usage across Brazil

General Brazilian

crença

Used when emphasizing the belief aspect

Portugal

princípio

Standard usage in European Portuguese

Portugal

preceito

More formal, especially in religious contexts

core tenet - princípio fundamental

fundamental tenet - princípio essencial

basic tenet - princípio básico

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