This is the 3189th most frequent Dutch word.
garant
"Garant" in Dutch means "guarantor" or "warrantor" in English.
The word 'garant' here demonstrates the sense of being responsible or guaranteeing something.
Hij is garant voor de kwaliteit van het product.
He guarantees the quality of the product.
In this sentence, 'garant' reflects the role of being a guarantor or taking financial responsibility.
De bank stelt zich garant voor de lening.
The bank acts as a guarantor for the loan.
Here, 'garant' conveys the specific role of a person who guarantees obligations, such as signing a contract.