In principal or in principle?

[StealthPolarBear]

I think it's -ple but have a feeling I have realised I am wrong in the past.
Thanks for any help!

Principle.

in principle

oh good, I was right, thanks

Principal: noun meaning 'most important' or adjective meaning 'ranking most in importance'.

Principle: only ever a noun and refers to a standard.

So yes, in principle.

I always remember by going back to what Kevin (in We Need to talk about)'s head teacher said to him when he was being bullied....the principal of the school is your PAL.

but easy to remember!

yes, do know that one, but still manage to get confused