stand
Irregular Level A1 ⭐ #26 Most CommonEnglish translation: to be on one's feet / to endure
Present Simple
Standing posture.
| Subject Pronoun | Conjugation | Audio |
|---|---|---|
| I | stand | |
| you | stand | |
| he / she / it | stands | |
| we | stand | |
| they | stand |
- Statues stand quietly in the museum hall. — Heykeller müze salonunda sessizce durur.
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Frequently Asked Questions: STAND
Is "stand" a regular or irregular verb in English? ▾
"stand" is classified as a Irregular verb in English. Its characteristic conjugation pattern is "stand / stood / stood (an -> oo)". Class 6 Strong Germanic verb with ablaut stand → stood. Past tense and participle are both 'stood'.
What does "stand" mean in English? ▾
In English, "stand" translates primarily to "to be on one's feet / to endure". In natural speech, it is commonly used across CEFR level A1 contexts for everyday communication.
What is the most frequent mistake learners make with "stand"? ▾
A frequent error is saying "He standed in line for an hour." instead of "He stood in line for an hour.". Why? 'Stand' is irregular: stood.
What are common idioms or expressions with "stand"? ▾
A popular idiom is "Stand out" which means "To be exceptionally prominent or distinctive" (e.g. "Her talent clearly makes her stand out from the crowd.").
How can I practice and memorize "stand" conjugations? ▾
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