How to Pronounce "stand down"
expression
ˈstænd/ /ˈdaʊn
STAND-down
stˈænd/ /dˈaʊn
stand-DOWN
Definition
To leave a position of duty or authority, often by choice, or to stop being ready for action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstænd/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
stˈænd/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STAND-down
UK
stand-DOWN
Listen in Context
The general ordered the soldiers to stand down.
He decided to stand down as company president.
After the threat was over, everyone was told to stand down.
You did your best—now it’s time to stand down and let someone else try.