Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

functions

/ˈfʌŋkʃənz/

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.50 in modern English

Syllables: func-tions
IPA: /ˈfʌŋkʃənz/

14

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

2

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

plural of function

verb

third-person singular simple present indicative of function

Etymology

See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

Rhymes With

junctions malfunctions injunctions conjunctions dysfunctions

Questions

How do you pronounce functions?: The recorded pronunciation is /ˈfʌŋkʃənz/.
What does functions mean?: plural of function
Where does functions come from?: See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

How to pronounce functions

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