How many syllables in focus?

There are 2 syllables in the word focus.

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Definition of focus:

focus (noun):: special emphasis attached to something.; a center of activity, attraction, or attention; a point of convergence of light or sound waves, or a point from which they appear to diverge

Synonyms for focus:

direction eye playground seat emphasis stress accent nucleus base heart

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