No. 771 in German
funktionen
"Funktionen" means "to function" or "to work properly" when used as a verb, and "functions" as a plural noun.
In a sentence
Die Funktionen des Geräts sind vielfältig.
The functions of the device are diverse.
Here, 'Funktionen' is used as a noun in its plural form, referring to the capabilities or operations of a device.
Dieses Programm funktionen nicht richtig.
This program does not function properly.
Here, 'funktionieren' is used as a verb in the third-person singular present tense to mean "to work or operate correctly."
Durch Training verbessern sich die Funktionen des Körpers.
Through training, the functions of the body improve.
In this example, 'Funktionen' again serves as a noun in its plural form, indicating the physiological processes of the human body.
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