How to pronounce operational

Say it like this: /ˌɑ.pəˈɹeɪ.ʃə.nəl/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

British/ˌɒp.əˈɹeɪ.ʃə.nəl/

What does operational mean?

adjOf or relating to operations, especially military operations.

Functioning and ready for use.

“Despite somewhat faded paintwork, 87017 Iron Duke is clearly very much operational, as confirmed here on September 4.”

Effective or operative.

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