This is the 771st most frequent German word.
funktionen
"Funktionen" means "to function" or "to work properly" when used as a verb, and "functions" as a plural noun.
In this example, 'Funktionen' again serves as a noun in its plural form, indicating the physiological processes of the human body.
Durch Training verbessern sich die Funktionen des Körpers.
Through training, the functions of the body improve.
Here, 'Funktionen' is used as a noun in its plural form, referring to the capabilities or operations of a device.
Die Funktionen des Geräts sind vielfältig.
The functions of the device are diverse.
Here, 'funktionieren' is used as a verb in the third-person singular present tense to mean "to work or operate correctly."