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"En principio" is a phrase which is often translated as "in principle", and "no estoy de acuerdo" is a phrase which is often translated as "I don't agree". Learn more about the difference between "en principio" and "no estoy de acuerdo" below.
en principio()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. in principle
Sin evidencia para apoyar su plan presupuestario, los legisladores solo podían estar de acuerdo con él en principio.Without evidence to support the budgetary plan, the legislators could only agree with it in principle.
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. originally
En principio, el desfile era el viernes. Debido al mal tiempo, fue trasladado al lunes.The parade was originally going to take place on Friday. Due to inclement weather, it was postponed until Monday.
a. normally
En principio, venimos a la oficina todos los días. Pero, en algunas ocasiones, trabajamos desde casa.We normally come to the office every day. But sometimes we work from home.
a. for now
En principio, las dos partes involucradas están dispuestas a negociar.The two parties involved are, for now, willing to negotiate.
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no estoy de acuerdo()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. I don't agree
No estoy de acuerdo con lo que dices, pero respeto tu opinión.I don't agree with what you're saying, but I respect your opinion.
b. I disagree
No estoy de acuerdo con tu punto de vista.I disagree with your point of view.
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