Elle ne fonctionne plus.
It's not working.
Language note: A straightforward expression of malfunction.
Culture note: Direct communication about issues is appreciated in shops.
Context: The customer explains that their watch is not working anymore.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Elle
[ell]
It
Refers to non-human subjects.
Elle ne fonctionne plus depuis hier.
It has not been working since yesterday.
ne
[nuh]
Not
Negates the verb that follows.
Elle ne marche pas, malheureusement.
It does not work, unfortunately.
fonctionne
[fohnk-syohn]
Works
Describes the function of devices or mechanisms.
La montre fonctionne bien après la réparation.
The watch works well after the repair.
plus
[ploo]
Anymore
Signifying a cease in continuation.
L'horloge ne sonne plus.
The clock no longer chimes.
Phrase Parts
Elle ne
Fonctionne
Plus.
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