# operator vs orator

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### operator
*noun · IPA /ˈɒpəˌɹeɪtə/ · frequency rank #4,178*
A person or organisation that operates a device, system, service, etc.

### orator
*noun · IPA /ˈɒ.ɹə.tə(ɹ)/ · frequency rank #32,951*
Someone who orates or delivers an oration.

## Source
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