garantir
/ɡa.ɾɐ̃ˈt͡ʃi(ʁ)/
The English phrase 'ensure' can be translated into Portuguese as garantir or assegurar.
Meaning: make sure or certain (verb)
Ways to say it
| Portuguese | IPA |
|---|---|
| garantir | /ɡa.ɾɐ̃ˈt͡ʃi(ʁ)/ (Brazil) /ɡa.ɾɐ̃ˈt͡ʃi(ɾ)/ (São Paulo) |
| assegurar | /a.se.ɡuˈɾa(ʁ)/ (Brazil) /a.se.ɡuˈɾa(ɾ)/ (São Paulo) |
Both words are used to express the idea of making something sure or certain.
Which one should you use?
While both mean 'ensure', garantir is more commonly used for guaranteeing a result or a right. In contrast, assegurar is often used in the sense of 'securing' or 'making certain' of a physical or abstract state.
How does it change in a sentence?
When using garantir to mean 'ensure that' followed by a clause, it is typically followed by the conjunction que. The past participle of garantir is garantido, which can be used as an adjective meaning 'guaranteed' or 'ensured'.
How do you pronounce it?
The word garantir is pronounced /ɡa.ɾɐ̃ˈtʃi(ʁ)/. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the 3rd syllable.
Did you know?
- In Brazil, garantir is often used in slang to mean 'securing' a spot in a line or 'claiming' an item before others can get it.
- The word assegurar shares an ancient root with the English word 'secure', both descending from the Latin 'securus', meaning 'without care' or 'free from care'.
- The verb assegurar can be used reflexively as assegurar-se to mean 'to make sure' or 'to double-check' a fact for oneself.
Examples in context
- Todos podem ajudar a garantir que as frases pareçam naturais e sejam escritas corretamente.Everyone can help ensure that sentences sound correct, and are correctly spelled.This sentence shows how to use garantir to ensure that sentences sound natural and are correct.Tatoeba #729286 by lenon_perez, translation #704156 by jakov
- Todos os dados são encriptados para garantir a segurança da identificação e da senha do utilizador.All the data is encrypted to ensure the security of the user ID and password.This sentence uses garantir regarding the security of user data.Tatoeba #8308675 by illiterate, translation #8308533 by illiterate
- Na sequência da dupla catástrofe, o governo está a ter dificuldades em assegurar as necessidades básicas para a população afetada.In the aftermath of the twin disasters, the government is struggling to ensure basic necessities for the affected population.This sentence uses assegurar in the context of securing basic necessities.Tatoeba #11243809 by Cangarejo, translation #11243805 by Cangarejo
- Vou garantir que o projeto seja concluído no prazoI will ensure that the project is completed on time.
- É importante certificar a qualidade dos produtosIt's important to ensure the quality of the products.
- Precisamos assegurar a confidencialidade das informaçõesWe need to ensure the confidentiality of the information.
- Eu dou um jeito de conseguir os ingressosI will ensure (figure out a way to get) the tickets.
- Vou cuidar para que tudo corra bemI will take care to ensure that everything goes well.
- Vou garantir que todos tenham acesso às informações necessárias.I will ensure that everyone has access to the necessary information.
- Precisamos assegurar a segurança dos nossos clientes em primeiro lugar.We need to ensure the safety of our customers first and foremost.
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Example conversation
Juliana and Rodrigo are planning a surprise party.
- JulianaPrecisamos de garantir que ele não descubra a festa.We need to ensure that he doesn't find out about the party.
- RodrigoEu falo com ele para garantir que ele venha.I will talk to him to ensure that he comes.
- JulianaBoa ideia, Rodrigo. Podemos confiar em ti?Good idea, Rodrigo. Can we trust you?
- RodrigoSim, vou garantir que tudo corra bem.Yes, I will ensure that everything goes well.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “ensure” translations and entries garantir, assegurar, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries assegurar, garantir, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
