| 词组 | principal, principle |
| 释义 | principal, principle There is nothing that we can tell you about this spelling problem that innumerable handbooks (we have more than forty in our collection) and dictionaries from grammar-school level on up have not. But read it one more time: only principalis an adjective. Principal is also a noun, usually signifying either a person or money. Principle is only a noun, usually designating a law or rule. A quick check of any reputable dictionary will guide you in doubtful cases. Ah, but even if you know the difference, it is still easy to goof by writing "the basic principal" or "their principle occupation." These errors seem to be the ones that are most common. And bear in mind that if you have a word processor, it will not help you here. • I am even nervous about some words I should have mastered in grade school. I know when to use ... "principle" not "principal," but I always pause just an instant to make sure —And More by Andy Roo-ney, 1982 Perhaps we should imitate Andy Rooney's pause. It could be the pause that refreshes the memory. |
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