functioning

ˈfʌŋkʃənɪŋ
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Translation of functioning from English into Dutch,

Adjective

1.

operational

working or operating as intended
functionerend werkend operationeel
  • The machine is fully functioning now.De machine is nu volledig functionerend.
2.

independent living

TECH.mentally disabled but able to live independentlyTECH.
zelfstandig functionerend functionerend
  • He is a functioning adult despite his challenges.Hij is een zelfstandig functionerend volwassene ondanks zijn uitdagingen.

Noun

1.

operation

action of operating or working
werking f
  • The functioning of the engine was smooth.De werking van de motor was soepel.
2.

work

process of performing duties or tasks
functioneren werking foperatie
  • The functioning of the team improved over time.Het functioneren van het team verbeterde in de loop van de tijd.
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Expressions with functioning: examples in English and translations in Dutch

functioning alcoholicn.
functionerende alcoholist
Despite being a functioning alcoholic, he never missed a day of work.
well-functioningadj.
goed functionerend
The hospital is a well-functioning facility.
high-functioningadj.
hoogpresterend
She is a high-functioning student in her class.

Synonyms and analogies of functioning in English

adj.functionaloperationalworkingautonomousindependentself-sufficient
n.operationperformanceworkingexecutionMore synonyms

Examples of functioning in a sentence

  • A functioning device is essential for the experiment.
  • Despite his condition, he is a functioning member of society.
  • She is functioning well on her own, given her circumstances.
  • The functioning of the new software was impressive.
  • We need to ensure the proper functioning of the equipment.
  • The functioning of the machine was monitored closely.
function
ˈfʌŋkʃən
Noun
1.

purpose

specific activity or purpose of a person or thing
functie ftaak
  • The main function of the heart is to pump blood.De belangrijkste functie van het hart is het pompen van bloed
2.

event

official or social occasion
evenement n
  • We attended a function at the embassy.We woonden een evenement bij in de ambassade.
3.

technology

TECH.routine in computing that may return a resultTECH.
functie froutine procedure
  • The function calculates the total score.De functie berekent de totale score.
Verb
intr.
1.

operation

operate or perform as specified
functioneren werken opereren
  • The machine functions smoothly after the repair.De machine functioneert soepel na de reparatie.
2.

utility

serve a purpose as something
dienen als functioneren als
  • The dining room also functions as a study.De eetkamer functioneert ook als studeerkamer
3.

work

perform duties attached to a role
functioneren werken
  • She functions as the team leader during meetings.Ze functioneert als teamleider tijdens vergaderingen.

Expressions with function: examples in English and translations in Dutch

function like clockworkv.
als een klok lopen
als een goed geoliede machine lopen
With regular maintenance, these machines function like clockwork all year.
simple functionn.
eenvoudige handeling
Cooking pasta is a simple function of boiling water.
function roomn.
feestzaal
zaal
They booked the hotel function room for the wedding reception.
social functionn.
sociale bijeenkomst
The company hosted a social function for its employees.
vital functionn.
vitale functie
cruciale taak
The manager performs a vital function in the company.
bodily functionn.
lichaamsfunctie
Digestion is a crucial bodily function for nutrient absorption.

Translations of "functioning" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
werkingnf.

Regular exercise can help support the healthy functioning of the thyroid gland.

Regelmatig bewegen kan bijdragen aan een gezonde werking van de schildklier.

functienf.

Healthy fats are essential for the functioning of hormones and enzymes.

Gezonde vetten zijn essentieel voor de functie van hormonen en enzymen.

operatienf.

The veins will gradually return to normal functioning without having to undergo invasive surgery.

De aderen zullen geleidelijk weer normaal functioneren zonder een ingrijpende operatie te ondergaan.

Adjective / Participle
functionerendprtp.

Her driving spirit turned a vague idea into a fully functioning international project.

Haar drijvende kracht maakte van een vaag idee een volledig functionerend internationaal project.

werkendprtp.

The scooter won't move without a properly functioning back wheel.

De scooter komt niet vooruit zonder een goed werkend achterwiel.

operationeeladj.

This one's still powered up and functioning.

Deze is nog steeds opgeladen en operationeel.

functioneren

A consistent sleep schedule helps improve overall health and daily functioning.

Een vast slaapritme helpt je algehele gezondheid en dagelijks functioneren te verbeteren.

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functioning: Examples and translations in context

Insurgent activities disrupted the normal functioning of the local administration.

Opstandige activiteiten verstoorden de normale werking van het lokale bestuur.

Vitamins are very important for the functioning of the human body.

Vitaminen zijn zeer belangrijk voor de werking van het menselijk lichaam.

This can provide information about how the heart muscle is functioning.

Hieruit is informatie te krijgen over de werking van de hartspier.

They can not contribute to the normal functioning of the intestine.

Ze kunnen niet bijdragen aan de normale werking van de darm.

This information is necessary for the basic functioning of our website.

Deze informatie is nodig voor een goede werking van onze website.

We could compare this system with the functioning of our intestines.

Je kunt dit systeem vergelijken met de werking van onze darmen.

Several cookies are used for the smooth functioning of the site.

Meerdere cookies zijn nodig voor een correcte werking van de site.

Mental stimulation plus a regimented schedule will vastly improve your cognitive functioning.

Mentale stimulatie en een vast schema... zal je cognitieve functies verbeteren.

See also:

well-functioninghigh-functioningfunctioning alcoholichigh-functioning autismlow-functioning autism
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