Funcionar
Example: El nou ordinador funciona molt ràpidament i sense errors.
Definition
"Funcionar" means to operate or work effectively, especially referring to machines, systems, or devices performing their intended function properly. For example, "El nou ordinador funciona molt ràpidament i sense errors" means the new computer works very quickly and without errors.
Etymology
The word "funcionar" comes from the Latin verb "functionare," derived from "functio," meaning performance or execution. It entered Catalan through Old French or directly from Latin, reflecting its connection to performing or carrying out a function. Did you know? The root "functio" is also the source of the English word "function."
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"Funcionar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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