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No. 6,217 in French

focal

Central; relating to a focus.

In a sentence

  • L'objectif focal de l'appareil produit des images nettes.

    The focal lens of the device produces sharp images.

    Referring to the lens or a specific point of focus in a technical sense.

  • Le thème focal du discours était l'éducation.

    The focal theme of the speech was education.

    Referring to the central or defining aspect of a topic or discussion.

  • Les exercices focalisés sur les compétences clés aident les étudiants à progresser rapidement.

    Exercises focused on core skills help students progress quickly.

    Describing activities centered around specific attributes or objectives.

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