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function

/ˈfʌŋkʃn/
func · tion ˈfʌŋk · ʃn
English Definition
n./v. purpose, work as
中文释义
功能，作用
Significado en Español
función
한국어 뜻
기능, 작용
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
chức năng, tác dụng
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Example Sentence

The heart’s function is to pump blood.

心脏的功能是泵血。

Synonyms
role purpose
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
funct(do)+ion(noun)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the word that is closest in meaning to “function” as used in the sentence: The main function of the heart is to pump blood throughout the body.

  1. A purpose
  2. B structure
  3. C position
  4. D location
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A — purpose. “function” means n./v. purpose, work as

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The main ______ of the heart is to pump blood through the body.

  1. A color
  2. B weight
  3. C shape
  4. D function
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D — function. “function” means n./v. purpose, work as

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Common questions about “function”

What does “function” mean?

function — n./v. purpose, work as. In Chinese: 功能，作用.

How do you pronounce “function”?

function is pronounced /ˈfʌŋkʃn/. It breaks into 2 syllables: func · tion.

How do you use “function” in a sentence?

The heart’s function is to pump blood. (心脏的功能是泵血。)

What are synonyms for “function”?

role, purpose — all close in meaning to function (n./v. purpose, work as).

Is “function” an ISEE Lower-level word?

Yes. function appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “function”?

funct(do)+ion(noun)

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