How to Pronounce "take a stand"
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈstænd
TAYK-uh-STAND
tˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /stˈænd
TAYK-uh-STAND
Definition
To publicly show or express your opinion or position on an important issue, especially when others may disagree.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈstænd
British English
tˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /stˈænd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK-uh-STAND
UK
TAYK-uh-STAND
Listen in Context
It's important to take a stand against bullying.
Sometimes you have to take a stand for what you believe in.
She decided to take a stand on the environmental issue.
If no one is willing to take a stand, nothing will ever change.