To pronounce "upstanding", say UPST-and-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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UPST-and-ing
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"upstanding" has 3 syllables: upst-and-ing. It rhymes with notwithstanding and understanding, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“An upstanding merchant will exchange a faulty product.”
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"Upstanding" has 3 syllables: upst · and · ing.
Upstanding: Honest; reputable; respectable
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