principmässig

Principmässig is a Swedish adverb that translates to "principled" or "in principle" in English. It is used to describe actions or decisions that are guided by a particular principle, or that are theoretically sound even if not yet fully implemented or practical. The word is formed by combining "princip" (principle) with the suffix "-mässig" which indicates a manner or quality.

When something is described as principmässig, it suggests that it adheres to a set of established rules, ethics, or fundamental ideas. For instance, a company might have a principmässig approach to customer service, meaning they always prioritize customer satisfaction based on their core values, regardless of immediate cost. Similarly, a political proposal could be considered principmässig if it aligns with the party's long-standing ideology.

The term can also imply that something is correct or valid in theory, even if its practical application faces challenges. For example, a scientific theory might be principmässig, meaning it is logically consistent and sound, but still requires further empirical validation. The nuance of "principmässig" lies in its emphasis on the underlying rationale or guiding belief system behind a particular stance or action. It conveys a sense of deliberate adherence to a foundational concept.