How to Pronounce "stand against"
expression
ˈstænd/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
STAND uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
stˈænd/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
stand uh-GENST
Definition
To actively oppose or resist someone or something, especially an idea, policy, or action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstænd/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
British English
stˈænd/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STAND uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
UK
stand uh-GENST
Listen in Context
Many people stand against violence in their communities.
He decided to stand against unfair rules at work.
We must stand against bullying at school.
She isn't afraid to stand against popular opinion when she feels it’s wrong.