How to Pronounce "it stands to reason"
expression
it STANDZ tuh REE-zuhn
it STANDZ tuu REE-zuhn
Definition
Used to say that something is clear or obvious because of logical reasoning and common sense.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈstændz/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈɹizən
British English
ˈɪt/ /stˈændz/ /tˈuː/ /ɹˈiːzən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
it STANDZ tuh REE-zuhn
UK
it STANDZ tuu REE-zuhn
Listen in Context
It stands to reason that if you study, your grades will improve.
It stands to reason that healthy food helps you feel better.
It stands to reason that prices go up when demand increases.
You forgot your umbrella, so it stands to reason you got wet.