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    Pokus (en. Focus)

    pókus

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A focus or center of attention.
    The focus of his project is climate change.
    Ang pokus ng kanyang proyekto ay ang pagbabago ng klima.
    A point or place where light converges.
    It's important that the lens is properly focused for a clear picture.
    Mahalaga na tama ang pokus ng lente para sa malinaw na larawan.

    Etymology

    Originating from the English word 'focus'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    focus on tasks
    Concentrating attention on tasks.
    pokus sa gawain
    put the focus
    To direct attention or presence to something.
    ilagay ang pokus

    Related Words

    emphasis
    The act of having a center or most important part.
    tuon
    central idea
    The main concept or theme being emphasized.
    sentrong ideya

    Slang Meanings

    second chance in something
    He gave me a pokus in studying because there were times I failed.
    Binigyan niya ako ng pokus sa pag-aaral kasi may mga pagkakataon na bumagsak ako.
    trial or challenge that needs to be faced
    He said that life is full of pokus we need to overcome.
    Sabi niya, ang buhay ay puno ng pokus na dapat nating lampasan.
    hurt feelings or frustrations related to a person
    He has pokus against me because I promised to help but I didn't.
    May pokus siya sa akin kasi nangako akong tutulong pero hindi ko nagawa.