Focus is pronounced FOH-kəs (IPA /ˈfoʊkəs/). Stress the first syllable — 'FOH-kus' with a quick schwa ending.
IPA: /ˈfoʊkəs/
Syllables: FOH · kəs
Common ESL mistake: Learners stress the second syllable saying 'fo-CUS' with a long /u/.
Tip: Stress the first syllable — 'FOH-kus' with a quick schwa ending.