Definition of Guarantee
Quick Meaning of Guarantee
Promise that something will definitely happen or that a product will work properly.
Detailed Definition of Guarantee
To promise to provide something or ensure it will happen
How to Pronounce Guarantee
Stress pattern: ooO (3-syllable word).
Tip: Stress the second syllable: guar-AN-tee. The first vowel is short as in 'cat', not long.
Watch out: Often mispronounced as 'guarentee' or 'guaruntee'; the letter 'a' is not prominent in speech.
Origin and Etymology of Guarantee
From Spanish guarantía, originally meaning pledge or security.
How to Use Guarantee in a Sentence
Each example shows “guarantee” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“The company guarantees free replacement if the phone breaks within one year.”
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“I guarantee you will like this restaurant; the food is excellent.”
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“The manufacturer guarantees the quality of their products for five years.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Guarantee
Common Synonyms for Guarantee
Smart Synonyms for Guarantee — When to Use Each
- promise
- when giving a personal commitment about the future
- assure
- when telling someone something will definitely be okay
- ensure
- when taking steps to make something certain to
Common Collocations with Guarantee
These phrases pair with “guarantee” in everyday English:
- guarantee quality
- guarantee a refund
- lifetime guarantee
- guarantee success
- guarantee results
Common Mistakes When Using Guarantee
Even fluent speakers slip up with “guarantee”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: The store guarantees for five years.
- ✓ Correct: The store guarantees the product for five years.
- Why: Must include the object being guaranteed; 'guarantees for five years' is incomplete without stating what is guaranteed.
- ✗ Wrong: I guarantee you that you will enjoy it.
- ✓ Correct: I guarantee that you will enjoy it.
- Why: Using 'you' between 'guarantee' and 'that' is awkward; omit the object pronoun before the clause.
Other Forms of Guarantee
Frequently Asked Questions About Guarantee
What is the meaning of "Guarantee"?
Promise that something will definitely happen or that a product will work properly.
How do you pronounce "Guarantee"?
The IPA is /ˌɡærənˈtiː/. Stress the second syllable: guar-AN-tee. The first vowel is short as in 'cat', not long.
What part of speech is "Guarantee"?
"Guarantee" is a verb at B1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Guarantee"?
Common synonyms include promise, assure, ensure.
How do you use "Guarantee" in a sentence?
For example: "The company guarantees free replacement if the phone breaks within one year."