核心
The central or most important part of something. In academic contexts, it refers to the primary argument or essence.
Examples
3 of 5这个苹果的核儿不能吃。
The core of this apple isn't edible. (Literal use of 核)
我们要加强核心竞争力。
We must strengthen our core competitiveness.
问题的核心是你没说实话。
The core of the problem is that you didn't tell the truth.
Word Family
Memory Tip
核 (pit/seed) + 心 (heart) = the heart of the seed.
Quick Quiz
创新的___是人才。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 核心
Examples
这个苹果的核儿不能吃。
everydayThe core of this apple isn't edible. (Literal use of 核)
我们要加强核心竞争力。
formalWe must strengthen our core competitiveness.
问题的核心是你没说实话。
informalThe core of the problem is that you didn't tell the truth.
作者在文章的核心论点中提到...
academicThe author mentioned in the core argument of the article...
核心员工是公司的财富。
businessCore employees are the company's wealth.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
核心家庭
nuclear family
核心期刊
core journal
地核
Earth's core
Often Confused With
中心 is 'center' (geographical or general); 核心 is 'core' (implies essential essence).
Usage Notes
Often used to describe the most vital part of a system or argument.
Common Mistakes
Don't use it for just any 'middle' point; use it for the 'most important' point.
Memory Tip
核 (pit/seed) + 心 (heart) = the heart of the seed.
Word Origin
From '核' (pit/nucleus) and '心' (heart/center).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
创新的___是人才。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 核心
Related Grammar Rules
Related Vocabulary
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透彻
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划分
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重申
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借阅
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公认
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局限性
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类比
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进而
B1And then; after that; a step further; used to show progress in action or development.
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