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
en fonction de
A relation where one thing is dependent on another for its existence, value, or significance.
fonction
A relation where one thing is dependent on another for its existence, value, or significance.
fonctionner
(intransitive) To carry out a function; to be in action.
marcher
(intransitive) To carry out a function; to be in action.
What does "function" mean?
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noun The purpose something serves or the job it does.
"The main function of a bridge is to carry traffic across a river."
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noun A formal or official event.
"Guests dressed smartly for the charity function held at the town hall."
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noun In maths and programming, a rule or routine that turns an input into an output.
"In this program, the function doubles every number you give it."
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verb To work or operate as intended.
"The heating didn't function properly until the engineer fixed the valve."
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function in a sentence
- The main function of a bridge is to carry traffic across a river.
- The function of a thermostat is to regulate temperature.
- Guests dressed smartly for the charity function held at the town hall.
- He was invited to a formal function at the embassy last night.
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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 main function of a bridge is to carry traffic across a river." 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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