Functions returning functions

Lesson in the Scala Roadmap · Stage 9: Working with Strings

Last updated 14 September 2026

What is Functions returning functions?

In Scala, functions can return other functions. Currying is the process of converting a function with multiple arguments into a sequence of functions that take one argument each. Function composition is the process of combining two or more functions to create a new function. Resources

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It is lesson 44 of 165 in the free Scala roadmap, in stage 9, Working with Strings. If you are new to Scala, start from stage 1 and come back here in order; if you already know the earlier stages, this lesson stands on its own.