Funkciós

Funkciós is a Hungarian adjective derived from funkció (function). It describes something that relates to, or is intended to serve, a function or purpose. In everyday language it is used to characterize tools, devices, systems, or processes that perform a particular function, and is often translated as "functional" in English. In technical contexts, the term appears in engineering, manufacturing, and quality discussions, for example "funkciós eszköz" (a device that serves a function) or "funkciós követelmények" (functional requirements).

In mathematics and computer science, "funkciós" is used to denote properties or objects connected with a function. However, the standard Hungarian term for a mathematical function is "függvény," so "funkciós" is more common when speaking of functional relationships or function-related aspects rather than replacing "függvény" itself.

Origin and related forms: The word comes from "funkció," which traces back to Latin functio; related terms in Hungarian include "funkció," "funkcionális," and "funkcionalitás" (functionality).

Usage notes: When writing, choose "funkciós" to emphasize that something serves a function; for the mathematical function itself, "függvény" is preferred. In computing discussions about programming paradigms, "funkcionális programozás" is widely used, though some speakers may also encounter "funkciós programozás."

See also: Function, Functionality, Functional programming, Hungarian language terminology.