Fókus

Fókus is a term used in Icelandic and in several other languages to denote the central point of attention, the main emphasis, or the point at which something converges. In everyday language, it refers to what a person or organization concentrates on, as well as to the core objective of a task or project. In optics and photography, fókus describes the point at which light rays converge to produce a sharp image.

The word derives from the Latin focus and has spread into European languages in forms that resemble fókus. In Icelandic, the spelling fòkus reflects modern usage, while other languages use variants such as fokus or фокус. The term is common across disciplines, where it signals both a physical center of convergence (as in a lens) and a figurative center of attention or purpose.

Usage and fields of application vary but share a common idea: directing effort toward a specified point. In science and engineering, focus can refer to the focal point of an optical system or the primary problem being studied. In education, business, and personal development, it denotes the main goals or priorities that guide planning and decision-making. In media and communication, focusing involves highlighting a central theme or message. In computing and user interfaces, focus also describes the currently active or selectable element.

See also: Focus and focal point.