Funciones (en. Functions)

/funˈθiones/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

A role or activity that someone or something has.

The functions of the teacher are to teach and guide the students.

Las funciones del maestro son enseñar y guiar a los estudiantes.

A specific action that an object or system performs.

The functions of the software include editing and storing documents.

Las funciones del software incluyen editar y almacenar documentos.

An event or show that takes place.

The functions of the theater begin at eight in the evening.

Las funciones del teatro comienzan a las ocho de la noche.

From Latin 'functionem', meaning 'execution'.

social functions

Activities that individuals perform in a society.

funciones sociales

public function

Activity related to public service.

función pública

executive functions

Mental capacities that facilitate organization and planning.

funciones ejecutivas

function

Specific activity or role that something or someone has.

función

functionality

Ability to function or carry out functions.

funcionalidad

operation

The way something operates or functions.

funcionamiento

Specific tasks that need to be done.

Today I have several functions to fulfill at work.

Hoy tengo varias funciones que cumplir en el trabajo.

Events or shows.

We are going to the performances of the play this weekend.

Vamos a ir a las funciones de la obra este fin de semana.