Function
01
a loosely defined social gathering or occasion
例
He attended a small function at his friend's house.
There was a function at the community center last night.
02
the purpose or intended use of something
例
The function of the lever is to lift heavy objects.
Understanding the function of each organ is essential in biology.
03
関数
(mathematics) a quantity whose value changes according to another quantity's varying value
例
In calculus, a function represents a relationship between input and output variables, often denoted as f(x ).
微積分学において、関数は入力と出力の変数間の関係を表し、しばしばf(x)と表記されます。
The sine function oscillates between -1 and 1 as its input varies over the real numbers.
正弦関数は、入力が実数にわたって変化するにつれて、-1と1の間で振動します。
04
the actions, duties, or responsibilities expected of a person or group
例
Teaching is her main function at the school.
One of his functions is to manage the finances.
05
a defined sequence of instructions forming part of a larger program
例
The program includes a function to calculate totals.
Call the function whenever you need to process the data.
06
an official or ceremonious event held for a specific purpose
例
The gala was a grand function attended by dignitaries.
Invitations were sent for the official function.
07
a relation in which one quantity depends on another
例
The graph represents the function visually.
The function shows how temperature changes with altitude.
to function
01
機能する, 作動する
to work or perform properly
Intransitive: to function in a specific manner
例
I hope the new software update will improve the way my smartphone functions.
新しいソフトウェアの更新が私のスマートフォンの機能を改善することを願っています。
Regular maintenance is crucial to ensure that your car continues to function smoothly.
定期的なメンテナンスは、あなたの車がスムーズに機能し続けることを保証するために重要です。
02
機能する、作動する
to operate or perform according to an intended purpose
Intransitive: to function as sth
例
The organization aims to function as a catalyst for positive social change in the community.
その組織は、コミュニティにおける積極的な社会変革の触媒として機能することを目指しています。
The smartphone is designed to function as a versatile tool for communication and productivity.
スマートフォンは、コミュニケーションと生産性のための多目的ツールとして機能するように設計されています。
03
機能する, 果たす
to perform the duties or tasks that are associated with a particular office, position, or place
Intransitive: to function as a role
例
As the CEO, her main responsibility is to function as the leader of the company, making strategic decisions.
CEOとして、彼女の主な責任は、企業のリーダーとして機能し、戦略的な決定を下すことです。
The mayor functions as the chief executive of the city, overseeing municipal affairs and policies.
市長は、市政と政策を監督する市の最高経営責任者として機能します。
