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function in French

function in French is fonction, en fonction de, fonctionner — function means the purpose something serves or the job it does.

function in French

fonction
noun
en fonction de
noun
A relation where one thing is dependent on another for its existence, value, or significance.
fonction
noun
A relation where one thing is dependent on another for its existence, value, or significance.
fonctionner
verb
(intransitive) To carry out a function; to be in action.
marcher
verb
(intransitive) To carry out a function; to be in action.

What does "function" mean?

  1. noun The purpose something serves or the job it does.
    "The function of a thermostat is to regulate temperature."
  2. noun A formal or official event.
    "They met at a company function last spring."
  3. noun In maths and programming, a rule or routine that turns an input into an output.
    "The function takes two numbers and returns their sum."
  4. verb To work or operate as intended.
    "The old printer still functions, surprisingly."

function in a sentence

  • The function of a thermostat is to regulate temperature.
  • What's the function of this button?
  • They met at a company function last spring.
  • The function takes two numbers and returns their sum.

Similar words in French

Common French translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "function" in French?

"function" in French is fonction, en fonction de, fonctionner. function means: The purpose something serves or the job it does.

How do you use "function" in a sentence?

Example: "The function of a thermostat is to regulate temperature." In French, "function" is fonction, en fonction de, fonctionner.

Are there other ways to say "function" in French?

Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "function": fonction, en fonction de, fonctionner, marcher.

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