der Garant
Translation
guarantor, guarantee, warrantor
Examples
Der Staat ist der Garant für Sicherheit.
The state is the guarantor of security.
Sein guter Ruf ist ein Garant für Qualität.
His good reputation is a guarantee of quality.
Grammar Patterns
to be the guarantor/guarantee ((for sth.)) The state is the guarantor of security.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Bürge, Gewähr (assurance), Sicherheit (security)
Etymology
From French 'garant', related to the German word 'Garantie' (guarantee).
Memory Tips
Very similar to the English word 'guarantee'. A 'Garant' is the person or thing that provides the guarantee.