Funcionar
Example: El nuevo programa empezó a funcionar sin problemas ayer.
Definition
"Funcionaar" means to work or operate effectively, usually referring to machines, systems, or processes. It indicates that something performs its intended function without issues, as in the example where the new program began to function smoothly yesterday.
Etymology
The word "funcionar" comes from the Latin 'functionare,' which means to perform or execute a function. The root 'functio' means performance or execution. Did you know? The word originally related to carrying out duties or roles, which perfectly matches how we use "funcionar" today to describe something working as it should.
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"Funcionar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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