How to Pronounce Operations

To pronounce "operations", say OP-er-at-ions — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɒpəˈɹeɪʃənz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌɒpəˈɹeɪʃənz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “operations”

"operations" has 4 syllables: op-er-at-ions. It rhymes with ramifications and inclinations, if that helps it stick.

What does operations mean?

noun

  1. The method by which a device performs its function.
  2. The method or practice by which actions are done.

Synonyms

functiontransformation

Words that rhyme with operations

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ramificationsinclinationsaspirationsoscillationsindicationsobservationssituationsconnotationsobligationsallegationsprivationsrelations

Related words

actactionactionsactivitiesactivityactsaffairsapd

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "operations"?▾

"Operations" has 4 syllables: op · er · at · ions.

What is the IPA transcription of "operations"?▾

The IPA transcription of "operations" is /ˌɒpəˈɹeɪʃənz/.

What does "operations" mean?▾

Operations: The method by which a device performs its function.

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