This is the 1356th most frequent Portuguese word.
funcionam
"Funcionam" means "they work" or "they function."
In this sentence, 'funcionam' suggests that something is operational or working correctly.
Os relógios funcionam correctamente.
The clocks work correctly.
Here, 'funcionam' refers to the suitability or effectiveness of abstract concepts or plans.
As ideias funcionam bem no contexto do projeto.
The ideas work well in the context of the project.
In this case, 'funcionam' implies that systems are in operation or executing their intended function.