der Fokus
Translation
focus, focal point
Examples
Der Fokus liegt auf der Qualität.
The focus is on quality.
Wir müssen den Fokus auf das Wichtigste legen.
We must place the focus on what is most important.
Er hat den Fokus verloren.
He lost his focus.
Grammar Patterns
the focus ((on sth.)) The focus is on the new project.
to place the focus ((on sth.)) She is placing the focus on her career.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Mittelpunkt, Schwerpunkt, Brennpunkt
Etymology
From Latin 'focus' meaning 'hearth, fireplace', which came to mean 'center'. It's an international word.
Memory Tips
It's almost identical to the English word 'focus', making it very easy to remember.