functionality
gb/fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/ us/fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
B2
Inglés
~ 5100
funkciók, funkcionalitás, funkciókészlet, működőképesség, működés, üzemképesség, praktikusság, használhatóság
SUSTANTIVO
B2
1
Patrón de uso:
[something] offers [functionality]
The latest release adds offline functionality for travelers.
A legújabb kiadás offline funkcióval bővül az utazók számára.
Customers keep asking for export functionality to CSV.
Az ügyfelek továbbra is kérik a CSV-be exportálási funkciót.
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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The new app has more functionality.
Az új alkalmazásnak több funkciója van.
The update adds search functionality.
A frissítés keresési funkcióval bővíti az alkalmazást.
This tool provides basic functionality.
We need messaging functionality on the website.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes say 'functionalities' to mean 'features.' In many contexts, 'functionality' is uncountable; say 'add functionality' or 'add features,' not 'add functionalities.'
Significado
features or capabilities of a product
Colocaciones
core functionality
|add functionality
|basic functionality
|advanced functionality
|extended functionality
|limited functionality
Sinónimos
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.)
Antónimos
limitations (Highlights what the product cannot do, the opposite focus of functionality.)
Temas
technology
|business
|product
Definición
What a product or app can do; its features.
The range of features and operations that a product, application, or system offers.
SUSTANTIVO
B2
2
Patrón de uso:
restore [functionality] to [something]
Engineers restored full functionality after the outage.
A mérnökök az üzemzavar után helyreállították a teljes működőképességet.
Several keys lost functionality when the laptop got wet.
Amikor a laptop vizes lett, több billentyű működésképtelenné vált.
The service will return to normal functionality once the patch is applied.
A damaged sensor can impair functionality across the system.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The site is back to full functionality.
Az oldal újra teljesen működik.
The printer lost functionality yesterday.
A nyomtató tegnap működésképtelenné vált.
They restored functionality this morning.
Some buttons have limited functionality now.
Error frecuente:
Do not say 'restore back functionality.' Use 'restore functionality' or 'restore functionality to the system.' Also, do not confuse 'functional' (adjective) with 'functionality' (noun).
Significado
state of working properly
Colocaciones
restore functionality
|full functionality
|lose functionality
|impaired functionality
|return to full functionality
|normal functionality
Sinónimos
operability (Formal/technical term for the ability to operate.)
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working order (Everyday phrase meaning everything is functioning correctly.)
Antónimos
inoperability (Formal opposite; cannot operate.)
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downtime (Period when a system is not functioning.)
Temas
technology
|maintenance
|engineering
Definición
The state of something working normally.
The condition of a system, device, or service being able to operate as intended.
SUSTANTIVO
C1
FORMAL
3
Patrón de uso:
[someone] prioritizes [functionality] over [appearance]
The kitchen remodel prioritizes functionality over style.
A konyha átalakításánál a praktikusságot helyezték a stílus elé.
We chose a layout that balances aesthetics and functionality.
Olyan elrendezést választottunk, amely egyensúlyt teremt az esztétikum és a praktikusság között.
Minimalist menus can reduce functionality if navigation is hidden.
The bag’s functionality impressed frequent travelers.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
This chair has good functionality.
Ez a szék praktikus és jól használható.
We value functionality over looks.
Nekünk fontosabb a praktikusság, mint a kinézet.
The design improves functionality in small spaces.
The website is pretty, but its functionality is poor.
Error frecuente:
Learners may overuse 'functionality' in casual speech where 'use' or 'practical use' might sound more natural.
Significado
practical usefulness in design
Colocaciones
focus on functionality
|prioritize functionality
|functionality over form
|balance aesthetics and functionality
|enhance functionality
|improve functionality
Sinónimos
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.)
Antónimos
aesthetics (Focus on appearance rather than practical use.)
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ornamentation (Decorative elements that may not add practical use.)
Temas
design
|architecture
|product
|work
Definición
How practical and useful a design is, not how it looks.
The quality of being practical and useful in design or layout, often contrasted with appearance.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
functionality
AFI
GB/fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
US/fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
Sílabas y acento
func - tion - al - ity (4 sílabas)
Stress on 3rd syllable (al)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: functionality
- Plural: functionalities, functionality
Familia de palabras
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
Expresiones
add functionality
1/ˈæd fˌʌŋkʃənˈælɪti/
fixed phrase
include new features
Put new features into a product or system.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- Services returned to full functionality after the fix.
- The device should return to full functionality once it cools down.