ziu1焦
Jyutpingziu1
Yalejīu
Definition
Focus; focal point.
neutraltechnologydaily actions
How it's used
Primarily used in technical or photography contexts to refer to the focal point or the act of focusing. While it appears in compounds like 焦點, it is rarely used as a standalone noun in casual daily speech, where people often prefer using the English loanword focus directly or descriptive phrases.
Examples
Did you focus properly when you were taking the photo?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 焦 meaning burnt, which is common in culinary contexts like 焦糖 or 燶咗. In photography, always use the compound 對焦 rather than just the character itself to ensure clarity.
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Grammar guides
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