nefungovalo

Nefungovalo is a Czech and Slovak term meaning "it did not work" or "it did not function." It is used to describe something that failed to operate as intended, such as a device, system, plan, or experiment.

Etymology and grammar: the word is formed from the verb fungovat (to function, to work) with the negation prefix ne- and the past tense suffix. The form nefungovalo is the neuter past tense. In gendered use, masculine past is nefungoval and feminine past is nefungovala. The word can function as the main predicate in a sentence or as part of a larger description of a failure.

Usage: nefungovalo appears frequently in everyday speech, journalism, and technical writing to report that something did not work. It can describe malfunctions, failed projects, or unsuccessful attempts. Examples include statements about electronic devices that stopped operating, software that crashed, or policies that did not achieve their intended effect. The tone is neutral and factual, without implying verdicts or blame.

Variants and related forms: common related forms include nefunguje (present), nefungovalo (neuter past), nefungoval (masculine past), and nefungovala (feminine past). In Slovak, similar forms are used, with parallel grammatical rules. The term is widely understood in Czech and Slovak-speaking contexts and frequently appears in reporting, reviews, and everyday conversation.

See also: fungovat, the verb meaning to function or to operate.