This is the 2566th most frequent German word.
works
The German word "Werk" translates to "works" in English, meaning creations or products of labor, such as art, literature, music, or industrial works (factories/plants).
Here 'Werke' refers to the creative creations or art pieces of an artist, showcasing the noun form of 'work' in a specific artistic context.
Die Werke dieses Künstlers sind weltberühmt.
The works of this artist are world-famous.
In this sentence, 'Werk' represents an industrial plant, extending the idea of work to a physical location where it is performed.
Er arbeitet in einem Chemiewerk.
He works in a chemical plant.
The term 'works' here is used to denote functionality or operation, indicating the smooth performance of something.