How to Pronounce "on the stand"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈstænd
AHN thuh STAND
ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /stˈænd
ON thuh STAND
Definition
Describes being in the witness box in a courtroom, usually while testifying or giving evidence.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈstænd
British English
ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /stˈænd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHN thuh STAND
UK
ON thuh STAND
Listen in Context
The witness was called on the stand to answer questions.
She felt nervous while on the stand.
If you lie on the stand, you can get in trouble.
He looked nervous answering questions on the stand yesterday.