How to Pronounce "stand up for"
expression
ˈstænd/ /ˈəp/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
STAND-up-for
stˈænd/ /ˈʌp/ /fˈɔː
STAND-up-for
Definition
To protect or support someone or something, especially when it is difficult or unpopular to do so.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstænd/ /ˈəp/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
stˈænd/ /ˈʌp/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STAND-up-for
UK
STAND-up-for
Listen in Context
It's important to stand up for your friends.
She always stands up for what she believes in.
You should stand up for yourself if someone is mean.
I'm proud of you for standing up for your values.