중심
The middle point of something; also refers to the most important or main part of an activity, interest, or organization.
Examples
3 of 5마을의 중심에 큰 나무가 서 있습니다.
A large tree stands in the center of the village.
이 연구는 소비자 중심의 마케팅을 분석합니다.
This study analyzes consumer-centered marketing.
우리 팀은 고객을 중심으로 프로젝트를 진행합니다.
Our team proceeds with projects centered on customers.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Jung-sim: 'Jung' (middle) like the 'Jung' in 'Jung-ang' (central).
Quick Quiz
현대 교육은 학생 ___으로 변화하고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 중심
Examples
마을의 중심에 큰 나무가 서 있습니다.
everydayA large tree stands in the center of the village.
이 연구는 소비자 중심의 마케팅을 분석합니다.
academicThis study analyzes consumer-centered marketing.
우리 팀은 고객을 중심으로 프로젝트를 진행합니다.
businessOur team proceeds with projects centered on customers.
정부는 지역 균형 발전을 위해 중심 도시를 육성하고 있다.
formalThe government is nurturing central cities for balanced regional development.
자꾸 자기 중심으로만 생각하지 마.
informalStop thinking only about yourself (being self-centered).
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
중심지
center/hub
생활 중심
center of life
중심축
central axis
Often Confused With
Gaunde is the literal middle space, while Jungsim often implies importance or a core function.
Usage Notes
Very useful for describing charts (e.g., 'centered around X') in IELTS Task 1 or academic summaries.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse '중심' (center) with '중요' (important), though they are related.
Memory Tip
Jung-sim: 'Jung' (middle) like the 'Jung' in 'Jung-ang' (central).
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 中心 (middle + heart).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
현대 교육은 학생 ___으로 변화하고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 중심
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