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“Funcionar” (to function) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

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Understanding the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of “Funcionar”

The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Funcionar is used to give direct orders or instructions for something to work or operate properly, for example ¡Funciona bien! (Work well!). It allows you to directly command or encourage the proper functioning of something.

Funcionar is a regular -ar verb, meaning its conjugations in the Imperative Mood follow the typical pattern for this verb type.

How to Use Funcionar in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

Funcionar generally means “to work” or “to operate”, but has several different meanings in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands), some of which might surprise you.

Basic command: This is the most straightforward usage, telling something or someone to work or operate properly. For example, ¡Funciona, maldita impresora! (Work, damn printer!)

Figurative usage: It can be used figuratively to tell someone to get their act together or start behaving correctly. For example, ¡Funciona de una vez, niño! (Get it together already, kid!)

Slang usage: In some colloquial contexts, it can mean “make an effort” or “try harder”, often with a mildly vulgar connotation. For example, ¡Vamos, funciona un poco más! (Come on, put in a bit more effort!)

Rude command: In a rude or aggressive tone, it can mean “do your job” or “do what you’re supposed to do”, expressing frustration. For example, ¡Funciona de una puta vez, inútil! (Do your damn job for once, you useless idiot!)

Real Life Examples of Funcionar in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

¡Funciona el motor! (Start the engine!)

Por favor, funcione el sistema de aire acondicionado. (Please turn on the air conditioning system.)

Equipo, funcionemos juntos para lograr nuestras metas. (Team, let’s work together to achieve our goals.)

Amigos, funcionad con entusiasmo en este proyecto. (Friends, work on this project with enthusiasm.)

Compañeros, funcionen de manera eficiente hoy. (Colleagues, operate efficiently today.)

Antes de salir, asegúrate de que funcione bien el sistema de seguridad. (Before leaving, make sure the security system is working properly.)

¡Funciona esta computadora vieja! (Get this old computer working!)

Para la fiesta, funcionen todos como un equipo. (For the party, everyone work as a team.)

En la reunión familiar, funcionemos con armonía. (At the family gathering, let’s operate in harmony.)

Estudiantes, funcionad con diligencia en sus tareas. (Students, work diligently on your assignments.)

Mamá, ¿puedes hacer que funcione la lavadora? (Mom, can you get the washing machine working?)

En el taller, funcionen con cuidado las herramientas. (In the workshop, operate the tools carefully.)

Para el evento, funcionemos de manera organizada. (For the event, let’s operate in an organized manner.)

Equipo de ventas, funcionad con entusiasmo hoy. (Sales team, work with enthusiasm today.)

¡Funciona este aparato electrónico, por favor! (Please get this electronic device working!)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Funcionar (to function) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) (Castilian Spanish) with English Translations:

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Synonyms

The Imperative mood is also known as the Command Form, Affirmative Command Mood, or Direct Command Form in English, and as Modo Imperativo, Imperativo Afirmativo, Mandatos Afirmativos, or Forma de Mandato in Spanish.