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focus in German

focus in German is Fokus, Brennpunkt, Konzentration — focus means the main center of attention, activity, or interest.

focus in German

Fokus
noun
Brennpunkt
noun
Konzentration
noun
(uncountable) Concentration of attention.
Fokus
noun
(uncountable) Concentration of attention.
fokussieren
verb
fokussieren
verb
(intransitive, followed by on or upon) To concentrate one's attention on something; to have as one's central point of interest, concern, etc.
sich konzentrieren
verb
(intransitive, followed by on or upon) To concentrate one's attention on something; to have as one's central point of interest, concern, etc.

What does "focus" mean?

  1. noun The main center of attention, activity, or interest.
    "The main focus of this week's lesson is writing clear sentences."
  2. noun The point at which light rays or an image converge to appear sharp, especially in photography or optics.
    "The photo was slightly out of focus."
  3. verb To direct one's attention or effort toward something specific.
    "I find it hard to focus when the television is on."
  4. verb To adjust a lens or the eye so that an image appears sharp.
    "She waited for the camera to focus before pressing the button."
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focus in a sentence

  • The main focus of this week's lesson is writing clear sentences.
  • The focus of the meeting was next year's budget.
  • The photo was slightly out of focus.
  • Turn the ring slowly until the focus on the flower looks crisp.

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What is "focus" in German?
"focus" in German is Fokus, Brennpunkt, Konzentration. focus means: The main center of attention, activity, or interest.
How do you use "focus" in a sentence?
Example: "The main focus of this week's lesson is writing clear sentences." In German, "focus" is Fokus, Brennpunkt, Konzentration.
Are there other ways to say "focus" in German?
Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "focus": Fokus, Brennpunkt, Konzentration, fokussieren, sich konzentrieren.
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