How to Pronounce "grandstanding"
word
ˈɡɹændˌstændɪŋ
GRAND-stan-ding
ɡɹˈændstændɪŋ
grand-STAN-ding
Definition
Grandstanding is when someone acts or speaks in an exaggerated or showy way to impress others or attract attention, often in public situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɹændˌstændɪŋ
British English
ɡɹˈændstændɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GRAND-stan-ding
UK
grand-STAN-ding
Listen in Context
The politician was accused of grandstanding during the debate.
Her speech seemed more like grandstanding than serious discussion.
People were tired of the mayor’s constant grandstanding.
Can we please move on without all the grandstanding?