How to Pronounce "principal"
word
/ˈpɹɪnsəpəɫ/
PRIN-suh-puhl
/pɹˈɪnsɪpəl/
PRIN-si-puhl
Definition
Something principal is the main or most important part of something. As a noun, it can also mean the head of a school or the original amount of money in a loan or investment.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɹɪnsəpəɫ/
British English
/pɹˈɪnsɪpəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRIN-suh-puhl
UK
PRIN-si-puhl
Listen in Context
The principal door is at the front of the building.
Her principal reason for leaving was money.
The principal spoke to the students this morning.
Our principal concern right now is keeping everyone safe.