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    Central (en. Central)

    /sɑ̃.tʁal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which is located in the middle, occupying a central position.
    The office is in a central position in the building.
    Le bureau est dans une position centrale de l'immeuble.
    Which is of great importance in a given system.
    Resource management is central to the success of the company.
    La gestion des ressources est centrale pour le succès de l'entreprise.
    Relating to an organ or institution that is at the heart of a process.
    The Ministry of Health plays a central role in responding to the health crisis.
    Le ministère de la Santé joue un rôle central dans la réponse à la crise sanitaire.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'centralis', derived from 'centrum' meaning 'center'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    central to
    which is essential to something.
    central à
    to be at the center of
    to be the main concern or topic of discussion.
    être au centre de
    central position
    A prime location, often very important.
    position centrale

    Related Words

    center
    Point that is located in the middle of a space.
    centre
    to center
    To ensure that an object is at the center.
    centrer
    centralization
    Process of concentrating powers within an authority.
    centralisation

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to someone who is very important in a group.
    He is the central of the team, everything revolves around him.
    C'est le central de l'équipe, tout tourne autour de lui.
    Used to describe something essential.
    This information is central to our project.
    Cette info est centrale pour notre projet.