How to Pronounce Operates

To pronounce "operates", say OP-er-at-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

OP-er-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “operates”

"operates" has 4 syllables: op-er-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

What does operates mean?

verb

  1. To perform a work or labour; to exert power or strength, physical or mechanical; to act.
  2. To produce an appropriate physical effect; to issue in the result designed by nature; especially to take appropriate effect on the human system.

Words that rhyme with operates

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

Related words

functioncontrolworkengagemaneuverrunmanoeuvrelock

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "operates"?▾

"Operates" has 4 syllables: op · er · at · es.

What does "operates" mean?▾

Operates: To perform a work or labour; to exert power or strength, physical or mechanical; to act.

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