function
gb/fˈʌŋkʃən/ us/fˈʌŋkʃən/
B1
English
~ 800
funkció, feladat, szerep, rendezvény, függvény, működik
NOUN
B1
1
Usage pattern:
the function of [something] is to [verb]
The main function of the heart is to pump blood.
A szív fő feladata, hogy vért pumpáljon.
This button's function is to start the machine.
Ennek a gombnak az a funkciója, hogy elindítsa a gépet.
Her function in the team is to manage schedules.
The museum serves an educational function.
The function of this software is data analysis.
Learner examples
The function of a pen is to write.
A toll arra való, hogy írjunk vele.
A teacher's function is to help students learn.
A tanár feladata, hogy segítse a diákokat a tanulásban.
The function of the fridge is to keep food cold.
The function of the phone is to make calls.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'function' with 'event' when talking about purpose.
Meaning
Purpose or role of something
Collocations
primary function
|serve a function
|perform a function
|important function
Synonyms
role (Often refers to a person's position or responsibilities rather than an object's purpose.)
|
purpose (Focuses more on the reason something exists rather than how it operates.)
Antonyms
dysfunction (Refers to the failure to serve the intended purpose.)
Themes
daily life
|work
|technology
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The job or use of something or someone.
The specific purpose or activity for which a person, thing, or institution exists or is used.
NOUN
B2
2
rendezvény
B1
Usage pattern:
attend a function
We were invited to a charity function at the hotel.
Meghívtak minket egy szállodai jótékonysági rendezvényre.
The mayor will speak at the official function tonight.
A polgármester beszédet mond a ma esti hivatalos rendezvényen.
They met at a business function last year.
Learner examples
I went to a school function yesterday.
Tegnap elmentem egy iskolai rendezvényre.
He spoke at a company function.
Beszédet mondott egy céges rendezvényen.
They met at a wedding function.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse this meaning with 'purpose', especially in writing.
Meaning
Formal social gathering
Collocations
official function
|charity function
|attend a function
Synonyms
event (More general; can refer to any occurrence, not necessarily formal.)
|
gathering (Usually more informal and smaller in scale.)
Antonyms
private gathering (An informal or personal meeting rather than a formal event.)
Themes
social
|business
|daily_life
|relationships
Definition
A big and important party or meeting, often for work or special occasions.
A large, often formal, social event such as a party, ceremony, or meeting.
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
3
Usage pattern:
call a function
This program has a search function for finding files.
Ebben a programban van fájlkereső funkció.
You can define your own functions in the script.
A szkriptben saját függvényeket is definiálhatsz.
The login process is handled by this function.
Learner examples
I wrote a function to add two numbers.
Írtam egy függvényt két szám összeadására.
This game has a save function.
Ebben a játékban van mentési funkció.
We use a print function to show text.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes mix up 'function' with 'command', though they are not always the same.
Meaning
Named code block in programming
Collocations
define a function
|call a function
|function parameters
Synonyms
method (In object-oriented programming, refers to a function associated with an object.)
Antonyms
variable (Stores data rather than performing an action.)
Themes
technology
|computing
Definition
In computer programming, a part of code that does one job and can be used again.
In computing, a self-contained section of code designed to perform a specific task when called.
VERB
B1
4
működik
A2
Usage pattern:
[something] functions as [something]
The machine no longer functions after the power surge.
A gép a túlfeszültség után már nem működik.
My phone still functions despite the cracked screen.
A telefonom a repedt képernyő ellenére még működik.
The old elevator doesn't function anymore.
Learner examples
My watch does not function now.
Most nem működik az órám.
This car still functions well.
Ez az autó még mindig jól működik.
The light will not function without power.
Meaning
Operate or work properly
Collocations
function properly
|function effectively
|no longer functions
Synonyms
operate (Emphasizes the act of running or being in motion.)
|
work (More informal and general term for operating correctly.)
Antonyms
malfunction (Means to fail to work correctly.)
Themes
daily life
|technology
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To work or do what it is supposed to do.
To operate or work in the way that it is meant to.
Grammar
Dictionary form
function
IPA
GB/fˈʌŋkʃən/
US/fˈʌŋkʃən/
Syllables & stress
func - tion (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (func)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: function
- Plural: function, functions
Verb
- Base: function
- 3rd Person Singular: functions
- Present Participle: functioning
- Past: functioned
Word family
Forms
functions
noun
functioning
verb
functioned
verb
Core family
functional
adjective B1
Related words
functionally
adverb
functionality
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
Expressions
function as
1/fˈʌŋkʃən ˈæz/
fixed phrase
Serve the role of something else
To do the job of something else.
Examples
- This room functions as both an office and a guest bedroom.
- Her phone functions as her camera when she travels.
in full functioning order
1/ˈɪn fˈʊl fˈʌŋkʃənɪŋ ˈɔɹdɚ/
fixed phrase
Operating completely and correctly
Working fully and without problems.
Examples
- The car was in full functioning order before the trip.
- We need to make sure all systems are in full functioning order.