Japanese

きほんげんそく
Meaning: fundamental principle; basic rule
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

基
本
原
則

Example sentences

It is important to protect the basic principles of democracy.
政治学の講義では、民主主義の基本原則について学ぶ。
In the political science lecture, we learn about the basic principles of democracy.
日本国憲法は、国民主権、基本的人権の尊重、平和主義を基本原則としています。
The Constitution of Japan is based on the principles of popular sovereignty, respect for fundamental human rights, and pacifism.
日本国憲法は、国民主権を基本原則の一つとして定めている。
The Constitution of Japan establishes popular sovereignty as one of its fundamental principles.

Usage Notes

Refers to the most important or foundational rules that form the basis of a system or organization.

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