How to Pronounce "stand still"

expression

ˈstænd/ /ˈstɪɫ

STAND-stil

stˈænd/ /stˈɪl

STAND-stil

Definition

To remain upright and not move at all; to stay in one place without making any movement. Can also describe something that is not changing or progressing.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈstænd/ /ˈstɪɫ

British English

stˈænd/ /stˈɪl

Simplified Pronunciation

STAND-stil

Listen in Context

Please stand still while I take your picture.

The teacher asked the children to stand still in line.

It's hard for the puppy to stand still.

Everyone needs to stand still until the alarm stops.