A1noun 1K

Centre

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈsentə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈsentər/"]/

Meaning of Centre

the middle point or part of something

In simple words: The middle point of something.

Centre in a sentence

• The shopping centre is always crowded on weekends.
• She placed the vase in the centre of the table.
• There is a new community centre where people can meet.
• He stood in the centre of the room during the presentation.
• The centre of our conversation was about travel.

How to use Centre

Used to refer to a specific middle location, often in a geographical or physical context. In British English, 'centre' is used instead of the American 'center'. Avoid using in very scientific contexts where 'nucleus' might be more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'centre' as the place where a circle joins — the very middle!

Related words

Collocations with Centre

• dead
• exact
• true
• at the centre (of)
• in the centre (of)
• the centre of the city
• the centre of (the) town
• dead
• exact
• true
• at the centre (of)
• in the centre (of)
• the centre of the city
• the centre of (the) town
• important
• leading
• main
• centre for
• a centre of excellence
• a centre of government
• a centre of population
• important
• leading
• main
• centre for
• a centre of excellence
• a centre of government
• a centre of population
• party
• ground
• left of centre
• right of centre

Synonyms for Centre

• middle
• heart
• core
• hub
• nucleus

Opposites of Centre

• edge
• periphery

Common mistakes with Centre

• Confusing with the American spelling 'center'.
• Using inappropriately in contexts where 'hub' or 'focus' is more accurate.

Frequently asked questions about Centre

What does Centre mean?

The middle point of something.

What is the definition of Centre?

the middle point or part of something

How do you use Centre in a sentence?

The shopping centre is always crowded on weekends.

Can you give another example of Centre?

She placed the vase in the centre of the table.

What are synonyms for Centre?

Common alternatives include middle, heart, core, hub, nucleus.

What is the opposite of Centre?

Opposite meanings include edge, periphery.

What words go with Centre?

It commonly pairs with dead, exact, true, at the centre (of), in the centre (of), the centre of the city, the centre of (the) town, dead, exact, true, at the centre (of), in the centre (of), the centre of the city, the centre of (the) town, important, leading, main, centre for, a centre of excellence, a centre of government, a centre of population, important, leading, main, centre for, a centre of excellence, a centre of government, a centre of population, party, ground, left of centre, right of centre.

What are common mistakes when using Centre?

Confusing with the American spelling 'center'. Using inappropriately in contexts where 'hub' or 'focus' is more accurate.

How do you pronounce Centre?

US: /["/ˈsentər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsentə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Centre?

Used to refer to a specific middle location, often in a geographical or physical context. In British English, 'centre' is used instead of the American 'center'. Avoid using in very scientific contexts where 'nucleus' might be more appropriate.

What CEFR level is Centre?

"Centre" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.