Pagtutok (en. Focus)

/paɡtuˈtok/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of focusing or concentrating on a thing or goal.
Focusing on your studies is important to achieve good grades.
Mahalaga ang pagtutok sa iyong pag-aaral upang makamit ang magandang marka.
A high level of attention to a particular subject.
The researchers' focus on climate issues is important.
Ang pagtutok ng mga mananaliksik sa isyu ng klima ay mahalaga.
Emphasizing a specific aspect.
Focusing on health should always be considered.
Ang pagtutok sa kalusugan ay dapat laging isaalang-alang.

Etymology

root word: 'tutok' meaning 'to focus' or 'to aim'

Common Phrases and Expressions

focus on details
The act of paying attention to small details.
pagtutok sa detalye
focus on goal
Directing attention toward a specific goal or outcome.
pagtutok sa layunin

Related Words

focus
The action of focusing or concentrating on something.
tutok
study
The process of performing a thorough study or examination of a subject.
pagtuon

Slang Meanings

Focus or attention, usually intense.
You should focus on your studies for the exam.
Dapat kang magpagtutok sa iyong mga aralin para sa exam.
Concentration on a specific task.
I need a lot of focus to finish this project.
Sobrang pagtutok ang kailangan ko para matapos itong project.
Being fixated on something.
He is so fixated on his phone that he isn't looking around.
Nakayakap siya sa pagtutok sa kanyang cellphone at di na nakatingin sa paligid.