functional
functional
Meaning of functional
practical and made to be used, not just to look nice
nützlich und zweckmäßig, praktisch anwendbar

Pronunciation
functional with German translation
functional usage examples
The chair is simple but very functional.
Der Stuhl ist einfach, aber sehr funktional.
We're looking for a functional kitchen for the small apartment.
Wir suchen eine funktionale Küche für die kleine Wohnung.
functional synonyms
What's the difference between functional, practical, useful, utilitarian, serviceable, multifunctional, ergonomic, and purpose-built
ENWe chose a practical dining table that can seat six.
ENThat shelf is useful for storing books.
practical, with no decoration
ENThe building has a utilitarian design — simple and purpose-driven.
Advanced: broader words
good enough, but not special
ENThe old table is serviceable for everyday meals.
having several functions
ENA multifunctional printer can copy, scan and fax.
designed for comfort and ease of use
ENChoose an ergonomic chair to reduce back strain.
made for one specific purpose
ENThis is a purpose-built storage unit for vinyl records.
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functional meaning: what does it mean?
practical and made to be used, not just to look nice
functional pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
functional is pronounced as /ˈfʌŋkʃənəl/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
functional definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Der Stuhl ist einfach, aber sehr funktional. Translation: The chair is simple but very functional.
Is functional part of Rooms and Furniture vocabulary?
Yes, functional can be learned in the Rooms and Furniture topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is functional part of Accessories vocabulary?
Yes, functional can be learned in the Accessories topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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