How to Pronounce "stand off"
expression
ˈstænd/ /ˈɔf
STAND-awf
stˈænd/ /ˈɒf
STAND-of
Definition
A situation in which two sides refuse to move or give in, often creating tension and no progress. It can refer to a physical confrontation or a disagreement where neither side will compromise.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstænd/ /ˈɔf
British English
stˈænd/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STAND-awf
UK
STAND-of
Listen in Context
There was a stand off between the two teams.
The meeting ended in a stand off.
Police had a stand off with protesters downtown.
Negotiations turned into a long stand off with neither side willing to budge.