functionality
gb/fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/ us/fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
B2
Angličtina
~ 5100
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Podstatné jméno
B2
entity
1
features or capabilities of a product
What a product or app can do; its features.
Vzorec užití:
[something] offers [functionality]
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes say 'functionalities' to mean 'features.' In many contexts, 'functionality' is uncountable; say 'add functionality' or 'add features,' not 'add functionalities.'
Synonyma
features (Everyday term for the individual things a product can do.)
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capabilities (Slightly more formal/technical; stresses potential or power to perform.)
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feature set (Product-management term for the collection of features.)
Antonyma
limitations (Highlights what the product cannot do, the opposite focus of functionality.)
Kolokace
core functionality
|add functionality
|basic functionality
|advanced functionality
|extended functionality
|limited functionality
Témata
technology
|business
|product
Příklady
- The latest release adds offline functionality for travelers.
- Customers keep asking for export functionality to CSV.
- Our plugin extends the platform’s reporting functionality.
- The basic plan includes only core functionality, not automation.
- The camera’s portrait functionality works well in low light.
Učební příklady
- The new app has more functionality.
- The update adds search functionality.
- This tool provides basic functionality.
- We need messaging functionality on the website.
Podstatné jméno
B2
state
2
state of working properly
The state of something working normally.
Vzorec užití:
restore [functionality] to [something]
Častá chyba:
Do not say 'restore back functionality.' Use 'restore functionality' or 'restore functionality to the system.' Also, do not confuse 'functional' (adjective) with 'functionality' (noun).
Synonyma
operability (Formal/technical term for the ability to operate.)
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working order (Everyday phrase meaning everything is functioning correctly.)
Antonyma
inoperability (Formal opposite; cannot operate.)
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downtime (Period when a system is not functioning.)
Kolokace
restore functionality
|full functionality
|lose functionality
|impaired functionality
|return to full functionality
|normal functionality
Témata
technology
|maintenance
|engineering
Příklady
- Engineers restored full functionality after the outage.
- Several keys lost functionality when the laptop got wet.
- The service will return to normal functionality once the patch is applied.
- A damaged sensor can impair functionality across the system.
Učební příklady
- The site is back to full functionality.
- The printer lost functionality yesterday.
- They restored functionality this morning.
- Some buttons have limited functionality now.
Podstatné jméno
formal
C1
property
3
practical usefulness in design
How practical and useful a design is, not how it looks.
Vzorec užití:
[someone] prioritizes [functionality] over [appearance]
Častá chyba:
Learners may overuse 'functionality' in casual speech where 'use' or 'practical use' might sound more natural.
Synonyma
practicality (General usefulness in real situations.)
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utility (Emphasizes usefulness or serviceability.)
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usability (Stresses ease of use for people.)
Antonyma
aesthetics (Focus on appearance rather than practical use.)
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ornamentation (Decorative elements that may not add practical use.)
Kolokace
focus on functionality
|prioritize functionality
|functionality over form
|balance aesthetics and functionality
|enhance functionality
|improve functionality
Témata
design
|architecture
|product
|work
Příklady
- The kitchen remodel prioritizes functionality over style.
- We chose a layout that balances aesthetics and functionality.
- Minimalist menus can reduce functionality if navigation is hidden.
- The bag’s functionality impressed frequent travelers.
Učební příklady
- This chair has good functionality.
- We value functionality over looks.
- The design improves functionality in small spaces.
- The website is pretty, but its functionality is poor.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
functionality
IPA
GB/fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
US/fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
Slabiky a přízvuk
func - tion - al - ity (4 slabiky)
Stress on 3rd syllable (al)
Tvary slova
Noun
- Base: functionality
- Plural: functionalities, functionality
Příbuzná slova
Forms
functionalities
noun
Core family
Related words
malfunction
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
nonfunctional
adjective
dysfunctional
adjective
Advanced or less common
functionary
noun
functionalism
noun
Výrazy
add functionality
1/ˈæd fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
include new features
Put new features into a product or system.
Příklady
- The update will add functionality for offline use.
- We plan to add functionality for voice commands next quarter.
advanced functionality
1/ədvˈænst fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
complex, high-level features
More complex features for expert users.
Příklady
- Advanced functionality is available in the enterprise edition.
- The camera’s advanced functionality includes RAW processing.
basic functionality
1/bˈeɪsɪk fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
minimal necessary features
Only the simple, needed features.
Příklady
- Early prototypes focused on basic functionality.
- The site launched with basic functionality and grew over time.
core functionality
1/kˈɔɹ fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
essential, must-have features
The most basic and necessary features of a product.
Příklady
- The free tier includes only core functionality.
- Don’t ship until the core functionality is stable.
degrade functionality
1/dɪɡɹˈeɪd fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
technical
reduce working quality
Make features or performance worse.
Příklady
- Low memory can degrade functionality across the app.
- These changes may degrade functionality on older devices.
extended functionality
1/ɪkstˈɛndɪd fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
features beyond the basics
Extra features added to the basic ones.
Příklady
- The premium plan unlocks extended functionality.
- Plugins provide extended functionality for developers.
full functionality
1/fˈʊl fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
complete working state
Everything works as it should.
Příklady
- Service was restored to full functionality by noon.
- The device will have full functionality after a reboot.
functionality over form
1/fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti ˈoʊvɚ fˈɔɹm/
fixed phrase
utility preferred to appearance
Utility is more important than how it looks.
Příklady
- The brand is known for choosing functionality over form.
- In safety gear, we want functionality over form.
limited functionality
1/lˈɪmɪtɪd fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
restricted features or operation
Only some features or parts work.
Příklady
- The trial version has limited functionality.
- The app runs in low-power mode with limited functionality.
loss of functionality
1/lˈɔs əv fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
ability to operate is lost
When something stops working or loses features.
Příklady
- Water damage caused a loss of functionality in the buttons.
- Users reported a partial loss of functionality after the patch.
out-of-the-box functionality
1/ˈaʊt əv ðə bˈɑks fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
technical
features available immediately
Features you can use right away, with no extra work.
Příklady
- The CRM offers rich out-of-the-box functionality.
- We needed more than the out-of-the-box functionality provided.
prioritize functionality
1/pɹaɪˈɔɹətˌaɪz fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
formal
favor practical use
Choose usefulness as more important than looks.
Příklady
- We prioritize functionality in our product design.
- The team chose to prioritize functionality over visual flair.
restore functionality
1/ɹɪstˈɔɹ fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
bring back operation
Make something work again.
Příklady
- Technicians worked overnight to restore functionality.
- A firmware update restored functionality to affected units.
return to full functionality
1/ɹɪtˈɚn tə fˈʊl fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
become fully operational again
Start working normally again.
Příklady
- Services returned to full functionality after the fix.
- The device should return to full functionality once it cools down.