operativo

/opeɾaˈtiβo/
adjectiveIntermediate
general

Functioning or in operation; able to be used or performed.

El equipo está operativo después de las reparaciones.

The team is operational after the repairs.

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Commonly used to describe systems, equipment, or processes that are working as intended.

💼Business
Businessmilitary

Relating to or involving operations, especially in a business or military context.

El plan operativo debe ser aprobado antes de la implementación.

The operational plan must be approved before implementation.

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Often used in strategic planning and execution.

Collocations

sistema operativooperating systemplan operativooperational plancentro operativooperational center

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Related Phrases

en operativophrase
in operation
operativo policialphrase
police operation

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

'Operativo' is often used to describe systems, equipment, or processes that are working as intended. It can also refer to a specific operation or mission.

Gold Rule

Context Matters

The meaning of 'operativo' can vary depending on the context. In technical contexts, it refers to something that is functioning, while in military or business contexts, it can refer to a specific operation or plan.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the Latin 'operativus', meaning 'pertaining to work' or 'active'.

📝Usage Notes

In Spanish, 'operativo' is commonly used to describe things that are working or in use, often in technical or business contexts. It can also refer to a specific operation or mission, such as a police or military operation.

Word Breakdown

oper
work
root
+
-ativo
pertaining to
suffix
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