Korean

원리
Meaning: principle
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

原
理

Example sentences

This machine operates on a very simple principle.
수업에서 훈민정음의 원리를 배웠다.
In class, we learned the principles of 훈민정음.
이 장치는 자이로의 원리를 이용하여 수평을 유지한다.
This device maintains its balance using the principle of a gyro.

Usage Notes

Refers to a fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior or for a chain of reasoning.

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