Signatory Meaning in English

word

US

ˈsɪɡnəˌtɔɹi

SIG-nuh-taw-ree

UK

sˈɪɡnətəɹˌi

SIG-nuh-tuh-ree

Definition

A signatory is a person, country, or organization that has officially signed an agreement, especially a formal or legal document.

Usage & Nuances

Often used in legal, diplomatic, or official contexts. Common phrases include 'signatory to a treaty' and 'original signatories.' Refers specifically to those who have signed, not just agreed. Not for informal agreements.

• Spanish: signatario - firmante
• Portuguese (BR): signatário - parte signatária
• Portuguese (PT): signatário - parte signatária
• Chinese (Simplified): 签署国 - 签署方
• Chinese (Traditional): 簽署國 - 簽署方
• Hindi: हस्ताक्षरी - हस्ताक्षरकर्ता
• Arabic: موقِّع
• Bengali: স্বাক্ষরকারী
• Russian: подписант
• Japanese: 署名者
• Vietnamese: bên ký kết - người ký
• Korean: 서명자
• Turkish: imzacı
• Urdu: دستخط کنندہ
• Indonesian: penandatangan

Example Sentences

Each country became a signatory to the agreement.

basic

She is a signatory of the contract.

basic

Only a signatory can make changes to this document.

basic

The treaty now has over fifty signatories from around the world.

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As an original signatory, the company must follow all the terms.

natural

Not every member is a signatory to the new policy yet.

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