fokusie

Fokusie is an Afrikaans word that broadly means focus. It can refer to the act or process of focusing, to the thing that is in focus, or to the emphasis placed on a particular subject or task. The term is used across fields to denote central attention, precision, or the point of sharpness in an image.

In optics and photography, fokusie describes the adjustment of a lens or imaging system so that a subject is sharp. The focus is the distance at which light rays converge to form a clear picture.

In cognitive psychology and education, fokusie denotes directing mental attention to a specific stimulus or task, or concentrating resources on a defined objective. In research and journalism, fokusie refers to the central theme, aim, or scope of the work.

Etymology and related terms: Fokusie is formed from fokus, the Afrikaans term for focus, with the -ie suffix forming a noun conveying a state or activity. Related terms include fokus (the focus) and fokusering (the act of focusing).

Usage notes: The exact connotation depends on context—technical contexts may favor the sense of optical sharpness, while academic or journalistic contexts emphasize the thematic or strategic aspect of focus.