functionality

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functionality — noun

  • functionalitysingular
  • functionalitiesplural

1. the different tasks and operations that a computer system, software program, or

1.名詞B2
釋義

the different tasks and operations that a computer system, software program, or piece of electronic equipment can perform for its user.

例句

Rohan showed his boss how the new search functionality could find old records in seconds.

search functionality + could find

The app's latest update adds voice control functionality that works even without an internet connection.

adds ... functionality

同義詞
  • features

    more concrete and countable; 'functionality' emphasises the collective operations

  • capabilities

    broader, can describe human or machine ability

  • operations

    more technical and mechanical; less common in everyday contexts

用法筆記

Often used in the plural (functionalities) in technical writing, though the uncountable singular is more common in everyday English.

常見錯誤

❌The new phone has many functionality.
✅The new phone has many functionalities / a lot of functionality.
💡When listing countable features, use the plural or rephrase with 'features'.

2. the quality of being practical and effective for the purpose that a product, sys

2.名詞B2
釋義

the quality of being practical and effective for the purpose that a product, system, or design was created to serve.

例句

Hassan chose the simpler backpack for its functionality — it had everything he needed and nothing extra.

chose ... for its functionality

The furniture designer prioritised functionality over beauty, making chairs that were comfortable for long use.

prioritised functionality over beauty

同義詞
  • usability

    more specific to how easy something is to use; 'functionality' is broader

  • practicality

    focuses on being sensible and convenient rather than theoretical

  • utility

    more formal; emphasises usefulness in a technical or economic sense

用法筆記

Common in product reviews, design critiques, and discussions of everyday objects. Frequently contrasts with 'appearance' or 'aesthetics' (e.g. 'functionality over form').

常見錯誤

❌The car has good functionality on the highway.
✅The car performs well on the highway.
💡For vehicles and machinery, 'performance' or 'handling' is more natural than 'functionality'.