si funciona

if it works

si funciona(see foon-syoh-nah)

phrase

1. (if it's operative; third person singular)

a. if it works

Es una laptop vieja. Enciéndela para ver si funciona.

It's an old laptop. Turn it on to check if it works.

b. if it functions

Si funciona con energía solar, entonces no hará falta comprar gasolina.

If it functions using solar power, then we won't have to buy gasoline.

c. if it runs

Me gusta ese programa, pero no sé si funciona en mi computadora.

I like that software, but I don't know if it runs on my computer.

2. (if it's successful; tercera persona del singular)

a. if it works

Es una buena idea. Si funciona, seremos millonarios.

It's a good idea. If it works, we'll become millionaires.