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function
function
Meaning of function
English
the purpose or job of something
Deutsch
der Zweck oder die Aufgabe von etwas
Pronunciation
British English
/ˈfʌŋkʃən/
American English
/ˈfʌŋkʃən/
function with German translation
function usage examples
🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German
The function of this button is simple.
Die Funktion dieser Taste ist einfach.
🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German
The device has a new function.
Das Gerät hat eine neue Funktion.
function synonyms
Related word breakdowns
What's the difference between function, purpose, role, job, use, and task
ENThe purpose of this tool is to make the job easier.
ENEach part of the machine has a different role.
ENIt is my job to organize the meeting.
ENWhat is the use of this old key?
Advanced: broader words
ENMy task is to check the files.
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function meaning: what does it mean?
the purpose or job of something
function pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
function is pronounced as /ˈfʌŋkʃən/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
function definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Die Funktion dieser Taste ist einfach. Translation: The function of this button is simple.
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