Translation guide
The point on which a lever pivots; also used metaphorically for a central or critical element.
The point on which a lever rests or turns in a physical sense.
Standard term for the fulcrum in physics or mechanics.
てこの支点を動かすと、必要な力が変わります。
If you move the fulcrum of the lever, the required force changes.
Literally 'support axis'; used for a pivot or fulcrum, especially in mechanical contexts.
この機械の支軸が摩耗している。
The fulcrum of this machine is worn out.
A thing that plays a central or critical role in an activity, event, or situation.
Literally 'pivot' or 'linchpin'; used for a person or thing that is the central, most important part of something.
彼がチームの要だ。
He is the fulcrum of the team.
Means 'center' or 'core'; can be used when 'fulcrum' means the central point of an activity.
その議論の中心は環境問題だった。
The fulcrum of the discussion was environmental issues.
Means 'core' or 'nucleus'; emphasizes the essential central part.
この計画の核となるのは新技術の開発だ。
The fulcrum of this plan is the development of new technology.
Means 'axis' or 'pivot'; used in formal or political contexts for a central power or alliance.
その国は地域の枢軸としての役割を果たしている。
That country serves as the fulcrum of the region.