How to Pronounce "creditor"
word
ˈkɹɛdətɝ/, /ˈkɹɛdɪtɝ
KRED-uh-ter
kɹˈɛdɪtɐ
kred-IT-uh
Definition
A creditor is a person or organization that lends money or gives credit to someone and expects it to be paid back.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹɛdətɝ/, /ˈkɹɛdɪtɝ
British English
kɹˈɛdɪtɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRED-uh-ter
UK
kred-IT-uh
Listen in Context
The creditor asked for the payment.
John became a creditor when he lent his friend money.
A bank is often a creditor to its customers.
If you don't pay your bills, your creditor can take legal action.