"It doesn't work" vs "It doesn't works"

Question

"It doesn't work" vs "It doesn't works"

The correct phrase is 'it doesn't work.' The verb 'work' should be in its base form after 'doesn't.' 'Works' is incorrect in this context.

Last Updated: March 22, 2024

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.

Answer 1

It doesn't work

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Answer 2

It doesn't works

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

"It doesn't work" vs "It doesn't works"

It doesn't work

It doesn't works

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