encourage focus
[en-KUR-ij FOH-kus]
verb phrase
encorajar concentração / estimular o foco
1. to inspire or motivate someone to direct their attention and mental effort toward a specific task or goal
The teacher used quiet music to encourage focus during study time.
A professora usou música tranquila para estimular o foco durante o tempo de estudo.
2. to create conditions or provide support that helps someone maintain concentration
Company wellness programs encourage focus by reducing workplace distractions.
Os programas de bem-estar da empresa estimulam a concentração ao reduzir distrações no local de trabalho.
3. to actively promote the importance of sustained attention in a particular context
Parents should encourage focus in children's homework sessions.
Os pais devem encorajar a concentração nas sessões de lição de casa das crianças.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'encourage focus' reflects modern concerns about productivity and attention in increasingly distracted environments. In Brazil, this phrase is commonly used in educational and corporate settings, particularly when discussing digital wellness and reducing distractions from social media. In the USA, it's frequently used in discussions about ADHD, workplace efficiency, and mental health.
NYC Slang
keep your head in the game / stay locked in
Related Idioms & Phrases
keep your eyes on the prize
get your head in the game
stay focused like a laser
zero in on the target
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