Magpokus (en. To focus)
mag-poh-kus
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of directing the mind or attention to something.
You need to focus on your studies to pass.
Kailangan mong magpokus sa iyong pag-aaral upang makapasa.
To concentrate attention on a specific part or aspect.
Focus on the details of the project before presenting it.
Magpokus ka sa mga detalye ng proyekto bago ito ipakita.
To have light or image that is clear and directed.
The camera should focus to capture the beautiful picture.
Dapat magpokus ang kamera upang makuha ang magandang larawan.
Etymology
from the English word 'focus'
Common Phrases and Expressions
Focus on your goals.
You should concentrate on your aspirations.
Magpokus ka sa iyong layunin.
Focus on the task.
Concentrate on what needs to be done.
Magpokus sa gawain.
Related Words
focus
The state of being directed or concentrated.
pokus
focus
The deliberate attention directed towards something.
tutok
Slang Meanings
to concentrate or focus on something
Don't be noisy, you need to focus on your project!
Huwag kang magulo, kailangan mong magpokus sa proyekto mo!
to be serious about something
If you really want to pass, you need to focus on studying.
Kung gusto mo talagang pumasa, kailangan mong magpokus sa pag-aaral.
to give full attention
In meetings, you need to focus and listen to what your boss is saying.
Sa mga meeting, kailangan mong magpokus at makinig sa sinasabi ng boss mo.