Proper Pronunciation Guide

operation

[ɑ pɚe͜i ʃən]

Tips:

  • Pronounce the initial letter “o” as
    /ɑ/ —like the vowel in the word “stop”—and not as /o/.
  • Stress the third, or penultimate, syllable because it precedes a “-tion” ending.

Practice Sentences:

 Thank heavens he survived the operation!
The operation of this equipment requires a license.

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