Focuses
7 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Third person singular present tense of focus, meaning to concentrate attention or effort on something specific. It can also refer to adjusting a lens to produce a clear image.
“The programme focuses on developing skills for the modern workplace.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈfəʊ.kəs.əz/
Syllables
fo·cus·es
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Contains vowels O and U with plural/verb S ending
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Worth 12 points; F and C together offer strategic value
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