How to Pronounce Stand-off

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

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"stand-off" has 2 syllables: stand-off.

What does stand-off mean?

noun

  1. Fly-half

noun

  1. A device which maintains a fixed distance between two objects, especially between a surface and a sign or electrical wiring.
  2. A deadlocked confrontation between antagonists (see stand off and verb below).

    “A tense standoff between demonstrators and police continued overnight.”

Related words

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

"Stand-off" has 2 syllables: stand · off.

What does "stand-off" mean?▾

Stand-off: Fly-half

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