How to Pronounce Defocus

To pronounce "defocus", say DEF-oc-us — 3 syllables, IPA /diːˈfəʊkəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/diːˈfəʊkəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “defocus”

"defocus" has 3 syllables: def-oc-us.

What does defocus mean?

noun

  1. The process of going out of focus.

verb

  1. To cause (a lens, or a beam of light or particles, etc.) to be out of focus.

Related words

unfocusfilterrefocusblurspacefaderefractsideline

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "defocus"?▾

"Defocus" has 3 syllables: def · oc · us.

What is the IPA transcription of "defocus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "defocus" is /diːˈfəʊkəs/.

What does "defocus" mean?▾

Defocus: The process of going out of focus.

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