What is the Spanish word for "principal"?

Learn how to say "principal" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

principal

Spanish

director

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Alternative translations of "principal"

jefe
fundamental
esencial

Examples of how to use "principal" in Spanish

English
The school principal made an announcement.
Spanish
El director de la escuela hizo un anuncio.
English
The school principal greeted students this morning.
Spanish
El director de la escuela saludó a los estudiantes esta mañana.
English
Her principal reason for moving was work.
Spanish
Su principal motivo para mudarse fue el trabajo.
English
He met with the principal after class today.
Spanish
Se reunió con el director después de clase hoy.
English
The principal agreed to visit the community center.
Spanish
El director aceptó visitar el centro comunitario.

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