focus
To give special attention or effort to one particular person, thing, or activity. It also means to adjust your eyes or a lens so that you can see an image clearly.
예시
3 / 5I need to focus on my homework tonight so I can finish it early.
I need to give all my attention to my school tasks this evening.
The committee will focus its attention on improving public transport.
The group will direct its effort toward making buses and trains better.
Hey, focus! You are looking out the window instead of listening.
Pay attention! You are being distracted by things outside.
어휘 가족
암기 팁
Think of a camera lens: when you focus, the blurry image becomes clear. Do the same with your mind to see your goals clearly.
빠른 퀴즈
If you want to pass the exam, you really need to _____ on your notes.
정답!
정답은: focus
예시
I need to focus on my homework tonight so I can finish it early.
everydayI need to give all my attention to my school tasks this evening.
The committee will focus its attention on improving public transport.
formalThe group will direct its effort toward making buses and trains better.
Hey, focus! You are looking out the window instead of listening.
informalPay attention! You are being distracted by things outside.
This research paper will focus on the causes of the industrial revolution.
academicThis academic writing will specifically examine why the industrial revolution started.
We should focus our marketing budget on social media advertisements.
businessWe need to spend our advertising money mainly on social media platforms.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
in focus
appearing clear and not blurry
the focus of attention
the person or thing everyone is looking at
bring into focus
to make something clear or easy to understand
자주 혼동되는 단어
Concentrate implies intense mental effort, while focus often refers to the direction of attention or physical sight.
Center refers to a middle physical point, whereas focus refers to a point of interest or clarity.
사용 참고사항
The verb 'focus' is almost always followed by the preposition 'on' when it has an object. It is a regular verb (focused/focusing), though it can be spelled with a double 's' (focussed) in British English.
자주 하는 실수
Learners often forget to include the word 'on' after the verb, saying 'I must focus my study' instead of 'I must focus on my study.'
암기 팁
Think of a camera lens: when you focus, the blurry image becomes clear. Do the same with your mind to see your goals clearly.
어원
From the Latin word 'focus', which originally meant 'hearth' or 'fireplace', the central gathering point of a home.
문법 패턴
문화적 맥락
In modern professional environments, particularly in Western cultures, 'focus' is often used as a buzzword for productivity and efficiency.
빠른 퀴즈
If you want to pass the exam, you really need to _____ on your notes.
정답!
정답은: focus
관련 문법 규칙
관련 표현
관련 어휘
A goal is a specific result or purpose that a person or orga...
attentionAttention is the act of listening, looking at, or thinking a...
clarityClarity is the quality of being easy to see, hear, or unders...
concentrationConcentration is the ability to give all your attention to a...
visionVision refers to the physical ability to see using the eyes,...
priorityPriority refers to the condition of being regarded as more i...
관련 단어
bristling
B2To bristle means to have hair or fur stand up away from the skin, typically due to fear or anger. Figuratively, it describes being covered with or full of something, or showing sharp annoyance or defensiveness.
broad
B2Describes something that is physically wide or has a large distance from side to side. In abstract or academic contexts, it refers to a scope, range, or category that is comprehensive and covers a wide variety of topics or ideas.
broadcaster
B2A broadcaster is a person or an organization that transmits programs or information via radio or television. It can refer to a large corporation that owns media channels or the individual presenter who speaks on air.
broadminded
B2Describes someone who is willing to accept or tolerate beliefs, behaviors, or lifestyles that differ from their own. It implies a lack of prejudice and a receptiveness to new ideas or unconventional opinions.
broadside
B2To broadside means to hit or collide with the side of something, most commonly a vehicle. Metaphorically, it refers to launching a sudden, forceful, and often public verbal or written attack against someone or something.
brogue
B2To speak with a strong regional accent, typically an Irish or Scottish one, or to fit a person or shoe with traditional heavy leather decorative patterns. As a verb, it describes the act of imbuing speech with a melodic lilt or wearing sturdy, perforated footwear.
broke
B2To be without money; experiencing a complete lack of funds, often used to describe a temporary state before one receives a paycheck or more money. In a broader context, it can describe a business that has become insolvent or bankrupt.
bromine
B2Bromine is a chemical element that appears as a dark reddish-brown liquid at room temperature and is part of the halogen group. It is known for its pungent odor and is primarily used in industrial chemicals, flame retardants, and as a disinfectant in swimming pools and spas.
bronchitis
B2Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from your lungs. People who have bronchitis often cough up thickened mucus, which can be discolored, and experience difficulty breathing.
brooch
B2A brooch is a decorative piece of jewelry that is designed to be attached to a person's clothing. It features a pin on the back to fasten it securely to a garment, often serving as both an ornament and a functional clasp.
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