How to Pronounce Stand-alone

To pronounce "stand-alone", say STAND-al-on-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

STAND-al-on-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “stand-alone”

"stand-alone" has 4 syllables: stand-al-on-e. It rhymes with standalone, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: standalone — easy to mix up when writing.

What does stand-alone mean?

noun

  1. A device that can operate on its own, rather than as an accessory for another device.
  2. (by extension) Something that is not a part of some series or sequence.

adjective

  1. Operating, functioning, or existing without additions or assistance; independent; able to be separate or separated.

    “They offer an inexpensive add-on for a computer, or a stand-alone system with all the functions built in.”

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Words that rhyme with stand-alone

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stand-alone"?▾

"Stand-alone" has 4 syllables: stand · al · on · e.

What does "stand-alone" mean?▾

Stand-alone: A device that can operate on its own, rather than as an accessory for another device.

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