How Do You Spell GRANDSTANDS?

Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈandstandz] (IPA)

The IPA phonetic transcription for "grandstands" is /ˈɡrænd.stændz/. The first part of the word, "grand," is pronounced with a long "a" sound, /ɡrænd/. The second part, "stands," is pronounced with a short "a" sound in the first syllable, /stænd/, and a "z" sound in the second syllable, /z/. "Grandstands" is a commonly misspelled word, with people often spelling it as "grandstand" without the added "s" at the end. It is important to pay attention to the correct spelling of words to avoid confusion and miscommunication.

GRANDSTANDS Meaning and Definition

1. Grandstands, noun (pl.):

   1. Large and elevated seating structures constructed for spectators to witness various events or performances, typically those involving sports, races, musical concerts, or theatrical presentations. Grandstands are strategically positioned around the central area or stage, providing unobstructed views to the audience. They are characterized by a tiered arrangement, with multiple rows of seating ascending in height from the front to the back, allowing for optimal visibility.

   2. Figuratively, the term grandstands may refer to the collective behavior of an assembly of people who loudly express their opinions or reactions, often with the intention of seeking attention or attracting acclaim. It signifies the act of speculating or observing events from a position of relative detachment, rather than participating actively. In this context, individuals "grandstanding" tend to adopt theatrical gestures or exaggerated opinions to elicit awe, admiration, or applause from those present. Grandstands can be witnessed in various settings, such as public gatherings, political debates, or media appearances, where individuals seek to generate attention and manipulate public sentiment. This behavior is often criticized for its lack of genuine substance or sincerity, as it primarily aims to showcase oneself rather than engaging in substantive dialogue or contributing constructive ideas.

Common Misspellings for GRANDSTANDS

• grandstandr
• grandsatnds
• granstands

Etymology of GRANDSTANDS

The word "grandstands" has its roots in the early 18th century and its etymology can be traced back to the Middle English language. The term "grandstand" originally referred to a covered stand for spectators at a sporting event or a racecourse.

The word "grand" in this context comes from the French word "grande", which means "big" or "large". The addition of "stand" signifies a structure where people can stand or sit to watch an event.

Over time, "grandstands" became a commonly used term to describe the designated seating areas for spectators, typically in a stadium or an arena. The term has also been figuratively extended to refer to the action of showing off or drawing attention to oneself, as if one were on a grandstand.

Similar spelling words for GRANDSTANDS

• grand piano,
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• grandson,
• granados,
• groundnut,
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• ground-shaker,
• Grandison,
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• grand mal,
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• granddaddy,
• grand canyon,
• granderson,
• Grand Marnier,
• granddad,
• ground snake.

Conjugate verb Grandstands

CONDITIONAL

I would grandstand

we would grandstand

you would grandstand

he/she/it would grandstand

they would grandstand

FUTURE

I will grandstand

we will grandstand

you will grandstand

he/she/it will grandstand

they will grandstand

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have grandstanded

we will have grandstanded

you will have grandstanded

he/she/it will have grandstanded

they will have grandstanded

PAST

I grandstanded

we grandstanded

you grandstanded

he/she/it grandstanded

they grandstanded

PAST PERFECT

I had grandstanded

we had grandstanded

you had grandstanded

he/she/it had grandstanded

they had grandstanded

PRESENT

I grandstand

we grandstand

you grandstand

he/she/it grandstands

they grandstand

PRESENT PERFECT

I have grandstanded

we have grandstanded

you have grandstanded

he/she/it has grandstanded

they have grandstanded

I am grandstanding

we are grandstanding

you are grandstanding

he/she/it is grandstanding

they are grandstanding

I was grandstanding

we were grandstanding

you were grandstanding

he/she/it was grandstanding

they were grandstanding

I will be grandstanding

we will be grandstanding

you will be grandstanding

he/she/it will be grandstanding

they will be grandstanding

I have been grandstanding

we have been grandstanding

you have been grandstanding

he/she/it has been grandstanding

they have been grandstanding

I had been grandstanding

we had been grandstanding

you had been grandstanding

he/she/it had been grandstanding

they had been grandstanding

I will have been grandstanding

we will have been grandstanding

you will have been grandstanding

he/she/it will have been grandstanding

they will have been grandstanding

I would have grandstanded

we would have grandstanded

you would have grandstanded

he/she/it would have grandstanded

they would have grandstanded

I would be grandstanding

we would be grandstanding

you would be grandstanding

he/she/it would be grandstanding

they would be grandstanding

I would have been grandstanding

we would have been grandstanding

you would have been grandstanding

he/she/it would have been grandstanding

they would have been grandstanding