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function in Spanish

function in Spanish is función, cargo, fungir — function means the purpose something serves or the job it does.

function in Spanish

función
noun
cargo
noun
A professional or official position.
función
noun
A professional or official position.
fungir
verb
(intransitive) To have a function.
servir
verb
(intransitive) To have a function.
funcionar
verb
(intransitive) To carry out a function; to be in action.
fungir
verb
(intransitive) To carry out a function; to be in action.
marchar
verb
(intransitive) To carry out a function; to be in action.
servir
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 main function of a bridge is to carry traffic across a river."
  2. noun A formal or official event.
    "Guests dressed smartly for the charity function held at the town hall."
  3. 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."
  4. 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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Frequently asked questions

What is "function" in Spanish?
"function" in Spanish is función, cargo, fungir. 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 Spanish, "function" is función, cargo, fungir.
Are there other ways to say "function" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 6 translations listed for "function": función, cargo, fungir, servir, funcionar, marchar.
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