How to Pronounce "can't stand"
expression
ˈkænt/ /ˈstænd
KANT-STAND
kɑːnt/ /stˈænd
KAHNT-STAND
Definition
To really dislike something or someone, so much that you cannot tolerate being around it or them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkænt/ /ˈstænd
British English
kɑːnt/ /stˈænd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KANT-STAND
UK
KAHNT-STAND
Listen in Context
I can't stand spicy food.
She can't stand loud music.
They can't stand waiting in long lines.
I can't stand how cold it gets here in winter.