This is the 5853rd most frequent Chinese word.
圍繞
To surround or revolve around.
In this sentence, '圍繞' is used to describe the surrounding or central theme in which the city's history is focused.
這座城市的歷史圍繞著古代的商業活動。
The history of this city revolves around ancient commercial activities.
Here, '圍繞' is used to describe the physical action of surrounding someone, in this case, the teacher.
孩子們圍繞著老師,想聽她講故事。
The children surrounded the teacher, wanting to hear her tell a story.
In this context, '圍繞' is used to express the central topic or focus of the discussion.