How to Pronounce "guaranty"
word
ˌɡɛɹənˈti
gair-uhn-TEE
ɡˈæɹənti
ga-RAN-tee
Definition
A legal promise made by one party to pay or perform an obligation if another person fails to do so, often used in business and finance. Similar to 'guarantee', but used more formally in legal contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɡɛɹənˈti
British English
ɡˈæɹənti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
gair-uhn-TEE
UK
ga-RAN-tee
Listen in Context
The company provided a guaranty for the loan.
He signed a guaranty to help his friend buy a car.
A guaranty is required for this type of contract.
Without a guaranty, the bank refused to approve the business loan.