Explanation
Indicates that something is centered around or focused on a main topic or area.
Formation
Noun + を中心に
Detailed explanation
「～を中心に」 is used with nouns to show that an action or situation is mainly or primarily about the specified noun. It can be translated as 'centered on', 'focusing on', or 'with ... as the main focus'.
Examples
Kono ibento wa ongaku o chuushin ni tanoshimarete imasu.
This event is mainly enjoyed for its music.
Kare no shigoto wa Toukyou o chuushin ni okonawarete imasu.
His work is primarily conducted in and around Tokyo.
Kanojo wa kenkou o chuushin ni hon o kaite imasu.
She’s writing a book focusing on health.
Saikin no kenkyuu wa kankyou hogo o chuushin ni okonawarete iru.
Recent research is being carried out with a primary focus on environmental protection.
Practice
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.