Words / B1

KOR/kɔː/

The core is the central or most important part: the core of the problem; core skills; core values; an apple core. Centre (UK spelling) is the physical middle; heart is more emotional. Core module is typical university English (a required course). Hard core as two words is different. Do not use core for every important detail — it is the centre, not the whole list.

Meaning

The central or most important part of something (the core of the problem).

Examples

• “Trust is at the core of a good team.”
• “Maths is a core module in the first year of the degree.”
• “An apple core does not go in the recycling bin here — use food waste.”

Good to know

the core of the problem. core skills / values / module. Physical middle: centre. Emotional centre: heart. Fruit: apple core.

Near in meaning

centre

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