How to Pronounce "the responsible party"
expression
thuh ri-SPAHN-suh-buhl PAR-tee
thuh ri-SPON-suh-buhl PAR-tee
Definition
The person, group, or organization legally or officially in charge of something, especially for solving a problem or facing consequences.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ɹiˈspɑnsəbəɫ/ /ˈpɑɹti
British English
ðə, ði/ /ɹɪspˈɒnsəbəl/ /pˈɑːti
Simplified Pronunciation
US
thuh ri-SPAHN-suh-buhl PAR-tee
UK
thuh ri-SPON-suh-buhl PAR-tee
Listen in Context
Who is the responsible party in this accident?
The contract clearly states the responsible party for payment.
We need to identify the responsible party before taking further action.
If no one steps up, they might just blame the responsible party in the paperwork.