NOUN
Funktion/fʊŋkˈt͡si̯oːn/function; role; feature
Funktion is a German noun that means function, role, or feature. It is pronounced /fʊŋkˈt͡si̯oːn/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Funktionen".
Definitions
1.a process, operation, or relation producing output from input(mathematics; technology)
a.mathematical relation assigning one value to each input
Die Funktion f(x) = x^2 ist eine Parabel.—The function f(x) = x^2 is a parabola.
b.technical operation of a device or program
Die wichtigste Funktion dieser App ist der Kalender.—The main function of this app is the calendar.
2.the role or purpose something fulfills(general; role)
a.purpose or task of a person or thing
Seine Funktion in der Firma ist die Leitung des Teams.—His function in the company is leading the team.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Funktion | die Funktionen |
| Genitive | der Funktion | der Funktionen |
| Dative | der Funktion | den Funktionen |
| Accusative | die Funktion | die Funktionen |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Funktion" mean in English?
- "Funktion" means function, role, or feature. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Funktion"?
- "Funktion" is pronounced /fʊŋkˈt͡si̯oːn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Funktion" der, die, or das?
- "Funktion" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Funktion"?
- The plural of "Funktion" is "Funktionen".
- What part of speech is "Funktion"?
- "Funktion" is a noun in German.
