How to Say "in service" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “in service” is “operativo” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
El nuevo sistema de seguridad ya está operativo.
The new security system is already operational.
Necesitamos un plan operativo para el lunes.
We need a working plan by Monday.
La flota de camiones no estará operativa hasta mañana.
The truck fleet won't be in service until tomorrow.
Matching the Noun
This word changes its ending to match what it describes. Use 'operativo' for masculine things (el sistema) and 'operativa' for feminine things (la red).
Using with 'Estar'
When you want to say something is 'up and running,' we usually use the verb 'estar' (to be) because it describes a current state.
Wrong Word for Rooms
Mistake: “Don't use 'cuarto operativo' for a room where surgery happens.”
Correction: In Spanish, an operating room is called a 'quirófano'.
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