How to Pronounce "grandstand"
word
ˈɡɹændˌstænd
GRAND-stand
ɡɹˈændstænd
grand-STAND
Definition
A grandstand is a large, usually covered seating area for spectators at events like sports games, races, or shows. It can also refer (mainly as a verb) to acting in a showy way for attention.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɹændˌstænd
British English
ɡɹˈændstænd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GRAND-stand
UK
grand-STAND
Listen in Context
We sat in the grandstand to watch the football match.
The grandstand is covered, so we didn't get wet in the rain.
The race started in front of the grandstand.
He's just grandstanding for the cameras — he doesn't really care.