Funcionen (en. Work)

/funθjoˈnen/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Indicates that something operates or acts in a certain way.
It is important that all systems function correctly.
Es importante que todos los sistemas funcionen correctamente.
Refers to the act of performing a function or role.
I hope that the various parts of the project function in harmony.
Espero que las diversas partes del proyecto funcionen en armonía.
In mathematical or computational terms, it can refer to how a function is evaluated.
We need the algorithms to function efficiently.
Necesitamos que los algoritmos funcionen de manera eficiente.

Etymology

From the verb 'funcionar', which comes from the Latin 'functionare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

things function
that everything goes well or that everything operates correctly.
funcionen las cosas
function perfectly
indicates that something operates without any errors.
funcionen a la perfección
the mechanisms function
that the various elements of a system work together.
funcionen los mecanismos

Related Words

function
Specific role or purpose that something or someone has.
función
operation
The process or manner in which something operates.
funcionamiento
functional
That has utility or effective purpose.
funcional

Slang Meanings

To be at 100%.
If everything functions at 100%, the event will be a success.
Si todo funcionen al 100%, el evento será un éxito.
To be well.
After the repair, the machine functions well.
Después de la reparación, la máquina funcionen bien.