How to Pronounce "surety"
word
ˈʃʊɹəti
SHUR-uh-tee
ʃˈɔːɹətˌi
SHAW-ruh-tee
Definition
A person or thing that takes responsibility if someone else defaults on an obligation, often used in legal or financial contexts. Also means the act of making something certain or guaranteeing it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃʊɹəti
British English
ʃˈɔːɹətˌi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHUR-uh-tee
UK
SHAW-ruh-tee
Listen in Context
He acted as a surety for his friend's loan.
The court needed a surety before releasing him on bail.
Without a surety, the agreement cannot be finalized.
We're still looking for someone willing to be a surety before the deal goes through.