This is the 878th most frequent Dutch word.
werking
"Effect," "functioning," or "operation."
The word "werking" refers to the operation or functioning of the mentioned machine.
De werking van deze machine is complex maar efficiënt.
The operation of this machine is complex but efficient.
The word "werking" refers to the effect or efficacy of the medicine in this context.
De werking van het medicijn begint na ongeveer een uur.
The effect of the medicine starts after approximately an hour.
The word "werking" refers to the impact or influence, particularly in a social context, in this sentence.