中央
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Base noun form. Refers to the central point, middle area, or core of something. Can be used alone or in compound words to indicate centrality.
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are exploring Tokyo and discussing the best areas to stay for sightseeing.
中央
ちゅうおう
central / center / middle
Locations & NavigationDirections & Places
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'central' point in a circle. The word sounds like 'chuu-ou' — think 'chew' (chuu) in the 'center' (ou) of a donut! 'Chew center' → 中央 (chuuou, 'central').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『中央』 (chuuou) is often used in place names like 『中央区』 (Chuuou-ku, 'Chuo Ward') in Tokyo, which is a central business district. It's also common in train station names, such as 『東京駅中央口』 (Tokyo Eki Chuuou-guchi, 'Tokyo Station Central Exit').
Forms
Base: 中央Base noun form. Refers to the central point, middle area, or core of something. Can be used alone or in compound words to indicate centrality.