intended function
[ɪnˈtɛndɪd ˈfʌŋkʃən]
noun phrasepl: intended functions
função pretendida
1. The purpose or role that something is designed or meant to perform; the objective that a person, object, or system was created to accomplish
The intended function of this software is to help users organize their finances.
A função pretendida deste software é ajudar os usuários a organizarem suas finanças.
2. In legal or technical contexts, the specific purpose or use that a product, service, or document was designed for
The intended function of the device must be clearly stated in the manual.
A função pretendida do dispositivo deve estar claramente indicada no manual.
3. The planned or expected role that someone is expected to fulfill in a given situation or organization
Her intended function in the project was to oversee the marketing strategy.
Sua função pretendida no projeto era supervisionar a estratégia de marketing.
This phrase is commonly used in technical documentation, legal agreements, and professional settings in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian Portuguese, it's frequently encountered in instruction manuals, regulatory compliance documents, and corporate policies. The term emphasizes design and planning rather than actual outcomes, making it particularly important in contexts where liability and proper use are concerns.
Related Idioms & Phrases
serve its intended function
fulfill its intended function
defeat the intended function
according to its intended function
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