核心

Pattern visualization

Examples

1. 这是整个计划的核心。▶ —
   This is the core of the whole plan.
2. 创新是企业发展的核心。▶ —
   Innovation is the core of corporate growth.

Collocations

Mnemonic

核 hé "kernel" + 心 xīn "center": the kernel and center, i.e. the core, the most essential part. 核心问题 = the core issue, 核心技术 = core technology. Opposite of 边缘 (the periphery).

Related

Quick check

1. What does 核心 mean?

   • the most central, essential part (core)
   • the outer edge
   • a small part
   • the beginning