Pieces & Activity
What does center mean in chess?
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Center: Centre. The four squares in the middle of the board. Sometimes short for pawn center. A king "in the center" can refer to an uncastled king on a center file.
Center FAQ
What does center mean in chess?
Center: Centre. The four squares in the middle of the board. Sometimes short for pawn center. A king "in the center" can refer to an uncastled king on a center file.
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