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It doesn't work vs It doesn't works

The correct option is 'It doesn't work.' The verb should be in its base form after 'doesn't.' 'Works' is incorrect in this sentence.
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Last updated: July 11, 2024 • 61995 views

It doesn't work

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'it doesn't work' when referring to something that is not functioning properly or as expected. The verb 'work' should be in its base form after 'doesn't.'

Examples:

  • I tried to turn on the computer, but it doesn't work.
  • The old car doesn't work anymore.
  • The remote control doesn't work.
  • The printer doesn't work properly.
  • The new software doesn't work on my computer.
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It doesn't works

This phrase is incorrect in English. The verb 'works' is not the correct form to use after 'doesn't.'

  • May 14, 2020 ... Which is correct, "it doesn't work" or "It doesn't works"? All related ( ...
  • Apr 20, 2020 ... Why it doesn't works? Will this problem regular? What should I do if it occur again? 2 Likes. anon88384870 21 April 2020 14:20 8. Great to ...
  • May 14, 2020 ... It doesn't works is grammatically wrong because do, does, did always accept pure verb.
  • Mar 12, 2020 ... I just got Rival 600, plugged in and it doesn't works. Steelseries Engine 3 can't see it. I should download smth else or is it smth wrong with the mouse?
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