How to Pronounce Operators

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

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈɒpəɹeɪtəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “operators”

"operators" has 4 syllables: op-er-at-ors. It rhymes with craters and agitators, if that helps it stick.

What does operators mean?

noun

  1. One who operates.
  2. A telecommunications facilitator whose job is to establish temporary network connections.

Words that rhyme with operators

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cratersagitatorscollaboratorsperpetratorsactuatorsfacilitatorshaterssimulatorscuratorsdictatorsmanipulatorsmoderators

Related words

manipulatorhustleractorsadministratorsagenciesagencyagentsairlines

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "operators"?▾

"Operators" has 4 syllables: op · er · at · ors.

What is the IPA transcription of "operators"?▾

The IPA transcription of "operators" is /ˈɒpəɹeɪtəs/.

What does "operators" mean?▾

Operators: One who operates.

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