der Mittelpunkt
Translation
center, midpoint, focus, focal point
Examples
Der Punkt A ist der Mittelpunkt des Kreises.
Point A is the center of the circle.
Sie steht immer gern im Mittelpunkt.
She always likes to be the center of attention.
Grammar Patterns
the center ((of sth.)) der Mittelpunkt ((et2)) The Earth is not the center of the universe.
to be the center ((of sth.)) im Mittelpunkt ((et2)) stehen She loves to be the center of attention.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Zentrum, Herzstück; Antonyms: Rand (edge), Peripherie (periphery)
Etymology
Composed of 'Mittel' (middle) and 'Punkt' (point), literally meaning 'middle point'.
Memory Tips
Picture a point exactly in the middle of a circle. That's the 'Mittelpunkt'.