1.
high-performance; high-functionality; sophisticated; advanced
Having many functions or superior capabilities. Used to describe products, devices, software, or materials that offer advanced features beyond basic models.
高機能なスマートフォンが欲しい。
I want a high-performance smartphone.
この素材は高機能で軽量だ。
This material is high-performance and lightweight.
高機能な家電は便利だが、使いこなすのに時間がかかることもある。
High-tech appliances are convenient, but it can take time to master them.
USAGE:
Used as a prefix or adjective-like modifier with な. Very common in product descriptions, technology reviews, and advertising. Often contrasted with 低機能 (low-function) or 多機能 (multi-function).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 高機能素材 (high-performance material)
- 高機能家電 (high-tech home appliances)
- 高機能な製品 (sophisticated product)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 多機能: multi-functional — emphasizes having many functions, while 高機能 emphasizes the quality or level of functionality