How to Pronounce "focus"
word
/ˈfoʊkəs/
FOH-kuhs
/fˈəʊkəs/
FOH-kuhs
Definition
To give your attention fully to something, or the main point or center of attention in a situation. It can be used as both a verb and a noun.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈfoʊkəs/
British English
/fˈəʊkəs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FOH-kuhs
UK
FOH-kuhs
Listen in Context
Please focus on your homework.
The main focus of the class is speaking.
My glasses help me focus better.
I can't focus with all this noise around me.