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functional
Related to function; designed in a practical and purposeful way, without unnecessary decoration.
Die neue Küche ist sehr modern und funktionell eingerichtet.
The new kitchen is furnished in a very modern and functional way.
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In medicine, describing a disorder that affects the function of an organ without any demonstrable organic cause.
Der Arzt diagnostizierte funktionelle Herzbeschwerden, da organisch alles in Ordnung war.
The doctor diagnosed functional heart complaints, since organically everything was fine.
'Funktionell' (functional) is the adjective related to the noun 'die Funktion' (function) and the verb 'funktionieren' (to function/work). All words in this family refer to the purpose or way something works.
Die Hauptfunktion dieser App ist die Terminplanung.
The main function of this app is appointment scheduling.
In the meaning 'zweckmäßig' (practical/functional), 'funktionell' (functional) is often used to describe design, furniture, architecture, or clothing. It emphasizes practical usability.
Für die Wanderung brauche ich vor allem funktionelle Kleidung.
For the hike, I mainly need functional clothing.
You can recognize the medical meaning from the context. It always appears in connection with illnesses or complaints and is often contrasted with the word 'organisch' (organic).
Der Patient leidet an einer funktionellen Magen-Darm-Störung.
The patient suffers from a functional gastrointestinal disorder.
When 'funktionell' (functional) describes a disorder, it is a medical technical term. It means that the function is impaired, but the organ itself appears healthy.
Viele Patienten mit funktionellen Beschwerden fühlen sich nicht ernst genommen.
Many patients with functional complaints feel that they are not taken seriously.
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“Funktional” and “funktionell” can both describe a practical design without unnecessary decoration. “Funktional” tends to emphasize that the design is geared toward a specific purpose, while “funktionell” focuses more objectively on practical execution. When referring to a design deliberately adapted to its purpose, “funktional” is usually the better choice.
Die neue Küche ist funktionell gestaltet und hat keine unnötigen Verzierungen.
The new kitchen has a functional design and no unnecessary decoration.
Die neue Küche ist funktional gestaltet und nutzt den vorhandenen Platz gut.
The new kitchen has a functional design and makes good use of the available space.
