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operation in French

operation in French is opération, fonctionnement, exploitation — operation means the way something works, or the act of making it work.

operation in French

opération
noun
(uncountable) The method by which a device performs its function.
fonctionnement
noun
(uncountable) The method by which a device performs its function.
exploitation
noun
(uncountable) The method by which a device performs its function.
opération
noun
gestion
noun
(uncountable) The act or process of operating (verb): agency; the exertion of power, physical, mechanical, or moral.

What does "operation" mean?

  1. noun The way something works, or the act of making it work.
    "Regular cleaning helps with the smooth operation of the coffee machine."
  2. noun A planned activity or task, especially one carried out by a business, military, or organization.
    "The charity ran a large food distribution operation across the region."
  3. noun A surgical procedure.
    "He needs an operation on his knee next month."
  4. noun A mathematical procedure that produces a value from one or more inputs, such as addition.
    "Division is the opposite operation to multiplication."
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operation in a sentence

  • Regular cleaning helps with the smooth operation of the coffee machine.
  • The manual explains the safe operation of the saw.
  • The charity ran a large food distribution operation across the region.
  • The rescue operation lasted through the night.

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What is "operation" in French?
"operation" in French is opération, fonctionnement, exploitation. operation means: The way something works, or the act of making it work.
How do you use "operation" in a sentence?
Example: "Regular cleaning helps with the smooth operation of the coffee machine." In French, "operation" is opération, fonctionnement, exploitation.
Are there other ways to say "operation" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "operation": opération, fonctionnement, exploitation, gestion.
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