How to Pronounce Grandstands

To pronounce "grandstands", say GRANDST-ands — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

11

Letters

GRANDST-ands

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💡 Tip for remembering “grandstands”

"grandstands" has 2 syllables: grandst-ands. It rhymes with bandstands, if that helps it stick.

What does grandstands mean?

noun

  1. The seating area at a stadium or arena; the bleachers.
  2. The audience at a public event.

verb

  1. To behave dramatically or showily to impress an audience or observers; to pander to a crowd.

    “Many politicians prefer to grandstand on hot-button issues rather than enact tough policy changes.”

Words that rhyme with grandstands

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bandstands

Related words

stadiumsstandsterracesbleachersspeedwayracewayracecarsracetrack

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grandstands"?▾

"Grandstands" has 2 syllables: grandst · ands.

What does "grandstands" mean?▾

Grandstands: The seating area at a stadium or arena; the bleachers.

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