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centre

Pronunciation: [/ˈsɛntəɹ/]

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centre: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use centre in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “location”

(noun) the middle point or central point of something, like the middle of a circle or the middle of a building.

Example

The library is located in the centre of town.

Example

The grocery store is not in the centre but on the outskirts of town.

Example

Where is the centre of the park located?

Context: “organization”

(noun) a place where a certain activity or function is carried out, like a community center or a shopping center.

Example

The new community centre has a gym and a library.

Example

The shopping center is closed on Sundays.

Example

What types of activities can you do at the recreation centre?

Context: “focus”

(noun) the main point of interest or attention, the focal point.

Example

The new movie's centre of attention is the main character.

Example

His actions were not the centre of the discussion.

Example

What is the centre of the painting?

How to pronounce centre

Pronunciation: [/ˈsɛntəɹ/]

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