Meanings of 重心
By ear
Play it, then pick what 重心 means.
About 重心
Podcast: 重心
Podcast: 重心
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 重心
中心 (zhōngxīn) - use 重心 (zhòngxīn) when specifically referring to the center of gravity or a core aspect in a physical or metaphorical sense, while 中心 (zhōngxīn) can refer more broadly to a central point or hub.
In informal contexts, students often confuse 重心 with 重点 (zhòngdiǎn), which means 'key point' or 'focus.' It's important to use 重心 when discussing physical balance or metaphorical cores of discussions. Additionally, watch for the tones; mispronouncing 重点 can lead to confusion.
As an HSK 6 word, 重心 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to physics and abstract concepts. Students should focus on understanding its application in both scientific contexts and figurative language. Reviewing related terms like 重点 may help reinforce the differences.
Learners often confuse 重心 with 重点, using them interchangeably in contexts where they do not apply. For example, saying '讨论的重心是...' (The discussion's center of gravity is...) when it should be '讨论的重点是...' (The key point of the discussion is...).
Pronunciation of 重心
Drill the tone of 重心 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 重心 to You
Let me explain 重心 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 重心 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
How Well Do You Know 重心?
Learning Lab
Knowing 重心 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Component Characters
How to say center of gravity in Chinese
“center of gravity” in Chinese is重心
重心 (zhòngxīn) refers to the center of gravity or the central core of an object or concept. It is commonly used in physics to describe the point where an object's weight is evenly distributed, but can also metaphorically denote the main focus or essential part of discussions or arguments.
When to use 重心
In informal contexts, students often confuse 重心 with 重点 (zhòngdiǎn), which means 'key point' or 'focus.' It's important to use 重心 when discussing physical balance or metaphorical cores of discussions. Additionally, watch for the tones; mispronouncing 重点 can lead to confusion.
重心 or something close to it
中心 (zhōngxīn) - use 重心 (zhòngxīn) when specifically referring to the center of gravity or a core aspect in a physical or metaphorical sense, while 中心 (zhōngxīn) can refer more broadly to a central point or hub.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 重心 with 重点, using them interchangeably in contexts where they do not apply. For example, saying '讨论的重心是...' (The discussion's center of gravity is...) when it should be '讨论的重点是...' (The key point of the discussion is...).
Write 重心
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 重心 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Grammar Patterns of 重心
重心 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Fill the gap
Type the missing word. Pinyin works; then pick the character.
女侦探改变了站姿，把____从一只脚移到另一只脚。
The woman detective shifted her stance from one foot to another.
Example Sentences for 重心 (5)
Ask Jason
Have a question about 重心?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
Frequently Asked Questions about 重心
You can use 重心 in scientific discussions about physics, as well as in metaphorical contexts when discussing the main focus of an argument or issue.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 重心?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.