This is the 218th most frequent Russian word.
работать
To work.
The word 'работать' is used here to describe performing a job or employment activity.
Я работаю в офисе.
I work in an office.
Here, 'работать' describes the functioning or operation of a mechanical device.
Часы работают без остановки.
The clock works without stopping.
In this context, 'работать' is used figuratively to mean investing effort in self-improvement or correction.