Can't stand Meaning in English
expression
ˈkænt/ /ˈstænd
KANT-STAND
kɑːnt/ /stˈænd
KAHNT-STAND
Definition
To really dislike something or someone, so much that you cannot tolerate being around it or them.
Usage & Nuances
Informal; expresses strong dislike, almost hate. Commonly used with people, behavior, sounds, food, etc. Follows the pattern 'can't stand + noun/gerund.' Don't confuse with 'can't understand' or 'can't withstand' (different meanings).
Spanish: no soportar - no aguantarPortuguese (BR): não aguentar - não suportarPortuguese (PT): não aguentar - não suportarChinese (Simplified): 受不了 - 无法忍受Chinese (Traditional): 受不了 - 無法忍受Hindi: बर्दाश्त नहीं कर सकता/सकतीArabic: لا يحتمل - لا يطيقBengali: সহ্য করতে পারা না - সহ্য হয় নাRussian: не выносить - терпеть не мочьJapanese: 我慢できないVietnamese: không chịu được - không thể chịu nổiKorean: 참을 수 없다Turkish: katlanamamak - tahammül edememekUrdu: برداشت نہیں کرسکتاIndonesian: tidak tahan - nggak tahan
Example Sentences
I can't stand spicy food.
basic
She can't stand loud music.
basic
They can't stand waiting in long lines.
basic
I can't stand how cold it gets here in winter.
natural
He can't stand people who lie.
natural
Ugh, I can't stand Mondays.
natural