Korean

중심
Meaning: center; core; focus
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

中
心

Example sentences

What is the core of this problem?
이 기계는 축을 중심으로 회전합니다.
This machine rotates around an axis.
늑대 무리는 우두머리를 중심으로 질서 있게 움직인다.
The wolf pack moves in an orderly fashion centered around the leader.
한국 경제는 경공업을 중심으로 성장하기 시작했다.
The Korean economy began to grow centered on light industry.
불교의 우주관에서 수미산은 세계의 중심에 있다고 한다.
In the Buddhist worldview, Mount Sumeru is said to be at the center of the world.

Usage Notes

Refers to the middle point of something, or the most important part of an issue or topic.

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