focal

BrE /ˈfəʊ.kəl/ AmE /ˈfoʊ.kəl/

adjective en → es

1 CENTRAL B2

relating to or forming a center; central, main

central, principal, importante

Collocations focal point · focal issue

  • The focal point of the room is a large painting.

    El punto central de la habitación es un gran cuadro.

2 OPTICS C1

relating to or being the focus of an optical system, such as a lens or mirror

focal (en óptica)

Collocations focal length · focal plane

  • Adjust the lens to its focal length.

    Ajuste la lente a su longitud focal.