No. 1,088 in German
funktionieren
"Funktionieren" means "to function" or "to work."
In a sentence
Die Uhr funktioniert einwandfrei.
The clock works perfectly.
In this sentence, 'funktionieren' is used to indicate that an object, the clock, is operational and performing its intended function without issues.
Wie funktioniert dieser Mechanismus?
How does this mechanism work?
Here 'funktionieren' is used to inquire about how something operates or the method of its operation.
Wenn die Maschine nicht funktioniert, müssen wir sie reparieren.
If the machine does not work, we must repair it.
The word 'funktionieren' is applied to express the situation of an object not operating as intended, prompting action to address the issue.
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