adjective

funktionsfähig

working

The German word "funktionsfähig" is an adjective meaning "functional" or "operational".

  • It is made up of two words:
    • Funktion = function, purpose
    • fähig = capable, able

Similar words:

  • betriebsbereit (ready for operation)
  • gebrauchsfähig (usable)
  • arbeitsfähig (able to work)

Difference:

  • "Funktionsfähig" emphasizes that something works correctly or as intended.
  • "Betriebsbereit" means it is ready to be used but may not be actively functioning yet.
  • "Gebrauchsfähig" focuses on being usable in general.
  • "Arbeitsfähig" often refers to a person's or system's ability to perform work, sometimes focusing on capacity rather than technical function.

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Examples

Das Telefon ist wieder funktionsfähig.adjective

The phone is working again.

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