centre
word
/ˈsɛntɝ/
SEN-ur
/sˈɛntɐ/
SEN-tuh
Definition
The centre is the middle point or area of something. It can also mean an important place where a particular activity happens, such as a shopping centre or town centre.
Usage & Nuances
British spelling: 'centre'. American English uses 'center'. Common phrases include 'in the centre of', 'town centre', and 'shopping centre'. For the middle of a shape or object, 'centre' is often more precise than just 'middle'.
Spanish: centroPortuguese (BR): centroPortuguese (PT): centroChinese (Simplified): 中心Chinese (Traditional): 中心Hindi: केंद्र - बीच का भागArabic: مركز - وسطBengali: কেন্দ্রRussian: центрJapanese: 中心Vietnamese: trung tâmKorean: 중심 - 센터 (시설)Turkish: merkezUrdu: مرکزIndonesian: pusat
Example Sentences
Draw a dot in the centre of the circle.
basic
The table is in the centre of the room.
basic
We met at the shopping centre after lunch.
basic
Her office is right in the centre of town, so it's easy to get to.
natural
Keep the logo in the centre so the design looks balanced.
natural
There's a new arts centre opening near the station next month.
natural