Die Funktion
Example: Die Funktion dieses Geräts ist sehr einfach zu verstehen.
Definition
"Die Funktion" refers to the specific purpose or role that something, such as a device or system, is designed to perform. For example, the function of a device is the particular task it is intended to accomplish or the way it operates in practice.
Etymology
The word "die Funktion" comes from the Latin 'functio,' meaning 'performance' or 'execution.' It entered German through scientific and technical language, reflecting the concept of carrying out a specific operation or duty. Did you know? The term originally related to the act of performing a role or duty before expanding to technical uses.
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"Die Funktion" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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