This is the 4137th most frequent Russian word.
работает
"Works" or "is working."
работает is used in the sense of performing a job or employment.
Он работает на заводе.
He works at a factory.
работает is used to describe the functionality or operation of a device.
Мой компьютер не работает.
My computer is not working.
работает is used to describe being engaged in a task or effort.