VERB

scharfstellen/ˈʃaʁfˌʃtɛlən/to focus (a lens); to bring into focus

scharfstellen is a German verb that means to focus (a lens) or to bring into focus. It is pronounced /ˈʃaʁfˌʃtɛlən/.

Definitions

1.to adjust a lens of a camera or optical device so that the image is sharp(photography/optics)

a.to set the focus accurately

Du musst die Kamera erst scharfstellen, bevor du das Foto machst.You have to focus the camera before you take the picture.

Frequently asked questions

What does "scharfstellen" mean in English?
"scharfstellen" means to focus (a lens) or to bring into focus. It is a German verb.
How do you pronounce "scharfstellen"?
"scharfstellen" is pronounced /ˈʃaʁfˌʃtɛlən/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "scharfstellen"?
"scharfstellen" is a verb in German.

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