Principaly vs. Principally: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on November 7, 2023
"Principaly" is an incorrect spelling. "Principally" is the correct spelling, referring to mainly or chiefly.
Which is correct: Principaly or Principally
How to spell Principally?
Principaly is Incorrect
Principally is Correct
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Key Differences
"Principal" + "ly" = Principally.
Sawaira Riaz
Nov 07, 2023
Remember it has the same "ll" ending as "usually" and "especially".
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Nov 07, 2023
"Principle" is a noun; "principally" is its related adverb.
Sawaira Riaz
Nov 07, 2023
Think of the principal of a school, and then add “ly”.
Sawaira Riaz
Nov 07, 2023
"All" in "principally" hints at the meaning of 'mainly' or 'chiefly'.
Janet White
Nov 07, 2023
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Principaly and Principally Definitions
Principally
For the most part; chiefly.
The group consisted principally of students.
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Oct 12, 2023
Principally
In a major way; importantly.
The issue is principally about rights.
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Oct 12, 2023
Principally
Of, relating to, or being financial principal, or a principal in a financial transaction.
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Oct 12, 2023
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Principally
One who holds a position of presiding rank, especially the head of an elementary school, middle school, or high school.
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Oct 12, 2023
Principally
A main participant in a situation, especially a financial transaction.
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Oct 12, 2023
Principally
A person having a leading or starring role in a performance, such as the first player in a section of an orchestra.
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Oct 12, 2023
Principally
An amount of capital originally borrowed or invested, as opposed to the interest paid or accruing on it.
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Oct 12, 2023
Principally
The most significant part of an estate, as opposed to minor or incidental components.
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Oct 12, 2023
Principally
The person having prime responsibility for an obligation as distinguished from one who acts as surety or as an endorser.
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Oct 12, 2023
Principally
(Architecture) Either of a pair of inclined timbers forming the sides of a triangular truss for a pitched roof.
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Oct 12, 2023
Principally
Regarding the main aspect.
The challenge is principally one of logistics.
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Oct 12, 2023
FAQs
Why is it called Principally?
Derived from "principal" meaning "chief or main", with "-ly" making it an adverb.
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Nov 07, 2023
Which vowel is used before Principally?
"A" as in "a principally driven decision."
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Nov 07, 2023
What is the singular form of Principally?
Principally. (It doesn't have a plural form as it's an adverb.)
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Nov 07, 2023
What is the verb form of Principally?
There isn't a verb form for "principally".
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Nov 07, 2023
Is Principally a negative or positive word?
Neutral. Its tone is derived from its context.
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Nov 07, 2023
What is the plural form of Principally?
N/A. Adverbs don't have plural forms.
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Nov 07, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Principally?
No specific conjunction is tied to "principally".
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Nov 07, 2023
Which determiner is used with Principally?
Determiners aren't typically used with adverbs like "principally".
Aimie Carlson
Nov 07, 2023
Which preposition is used with Principally?
No specific preposition is inherently linked to "principally". However, "of" can be used, as in "principally of."
Harlon Moss
Nov 07, 2023
Which article is used with Principally?
While "principally" itself doesn't take an article, when used in context, it can be preceded by "a" or "the" depending on the noun it modifies.
Janet White
Nov 07, 2023
Is Principally a vowel or consonant?
"Principally" is a word containing both vowels and consonants.
Janet White
Nov 07, 2023
What is the first form of Principally?
N/A (Adverbs don't have forms like verbs do.)
Sara Rehman
Nov 07, 2023
How is Principally used in a sentence?
"The festival was principally organized for the local community."
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Nov 07, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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