How to Pronounce "central"
word
/ˈsɛntɹəɫ/
SEN-truhl
/sˈɛntɹəl/
SEN-truhl
Definition
Something central is in the middle of a place, system, or idea, or is very important to it. It can describe physical location or a main role in something.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɛntɹəɫ/
British English
/sˈɛntɹəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEN-truhl
UK
SEN-truhl
Listen in Context
The hotel is in a central part of the city.
Water is central to life.
She plays a central role in the team.
Cost is central to our decision, so we need all the numbers first.