function
function
the purpose or job of something
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function with Russian translation
function usage examples
Я пока не знаю функцию этого приложения.
I don't know the function of this app yet.
Функция этого рычага — открывать люк.
The function of this lever is to open the hatch.
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function belongs to the topic "Top 1000, Programming". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
function synonyms
What's the difference between function / role / purpose / use / task / job
the base word, meaning the purpose or job of something
The function of this button is to open the menu.
Функция этой кнопки — открывать меню.
a position or part someone or something has in a larger system or situation
Each part of the machine has a different role.
У каждой части машины своя роль.
The purpose of this tool is to make the job easier.
Цель этого инструмента — облегчить работу.
What is the use of this old key?
Каково назначение этого старого ключа?
My task is to check the files.
Моя задача — проверить файлы.
It is my job to organize the meeting.
Моя работа — организовать встречу.
past tense of the verb function; it means worked or operated
The machine functioned normally after the repair.
После ремонта машина функционировала нормально.
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce function and what this word means
function translation: функция. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce function
/ˈfʌŋkʃən/
function translation
функция
function examples
I don't know the function of this app yet.
function transcription
/ˈfʌŋkʃən/, /ˈfʌŋkʃən/
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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?
I don't know the function of this app yet. Translation: Я пока не знаю функцию этого приложения.
Is function part of Programming vocabulary?
Yes, function (функция) can be learned in the Programming topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is function part of Professional English vocabulary?
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