Como Pronunciar "stand off"
expression
ˈstænd/ /ˈɔf
STAND-awf
stˈænd/ /ˈɒf
STAND-of
Definição
A situation in which two sides refuse to move or give in, often creating tension and no progress. It can refer to a physical confrontation or a disagreement where neither side will compromise.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈstænd/ /ˈɔf
Inglês Britânico
stˈænd/ /ˈɒf
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
STAND-awf
UK
STAND-of
Ouça em Contexto
There was a stand off between the two teams.
The meeting ended in a stand off.
Police had a stand off with protesters downtown.
Negotiations turned into a long stand off with neither side willing to budge.