stance
gb/stˈæns/ us/stˈæns/
B2
Inglés
~ 5600
Acepciones
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Sustantivo
B2
entity
1
stated opinion on an issue
What someone thinks and clearly says about an issue or problem.
Patrón de uso:
[someone]'s stance on [something]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse "stance" with "stand". "Stance" is a noun for an opinion or way of standing, while the common expression "take a stand" is a verb phrase meaning to clearly show your opinion. Use: "Her stance on the issue" (not *"Her stand on the issue" in formal writing), and "She took a stand against bullying."
Sinónimos
position (Very close in meaning; the most common neutral synonym for someone's view on an issue.)
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attitude (Similar, but can describe a more general way of thinking or feeling, not only on specific issues.)
Antónimos
neutrality (Describes not taking any clear side or opinion on an issue.)
Colocaciones
take a stance
|adopt a stance
|firm stance
|hardline stance
|neutral stance
|public stance
Temas
politics
|communication
|society
Ejemplos
- The company’s public stance on climate change has changed in recent years.
- His tough stance on crime made him popular with some voters and unpopular with others.
- The government has softened its stance on immigration after the recent protests.
- Her stance on remote work is that it should remain an option for all employees.
- Journalists questioned the minister about his shifting stance on healthcare reform.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- What is your stance on social media use in schools?
- The mayor’s stance on taxes is very clear.
- They took a strong stance against corruption.
- My parents have a different stance on this problem.
- The teacher asked the students to explain their stance on the topic.
Sustantivo
B2
entity
2
way of standing, especially in sports
The way your feet and body are placed when you stand, especially for a sport or fight.
Patrón de uso:
in a [adjective] stance
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes use "stance" instead of "posture" in everyday situations. Use "stance" mainly when talking about a specific way of standing, especially in sports or fighting ("a defensive stance"). For general body position when sitting or standing, "posture" is more natural ("good posture"), not *"good stance".
Sinónimos
posture (General word for how someone holds their body; "stance" focuses more on the position of the feet in a standing position, often in sports.)
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position (Very general; can describe the arrangement of the body but does not suggest the specific, trained setup that "stance" often does in sports.)
Antónimos
movement (A stance is a fixed, stable way of standing; movement is the opposite condition of not staying in one fixed position.)
Colocaciones
defensive stance
|aggressive stance
|wide stance
|batting stance
|golf stance
|fighting stance
Temas
sports
|health
|daily life
|body
Ejemplos
- The coach corrected her batting stance to help her hit the ball more consistently.
- He dropped into a defensive stance as the other fighter moved closer.
- In yoga, it’s important to maintain a balanced stance to avoid injury.
- The photograph shows the runner in a low stance, ready to start the race.
- The instructor demonstrated the proper golf stance before we started hitting balls.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The trainer told him to widen his stance.
- She stood in a strong stance before she kicked.
- Your stance is not stable; move your feet farther apart.
- He practiced his fighting stance every day.
- In this sport, a low stance is very important.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
stance
AFI
GB/stˈæns/
US/stˈæns/
Sílabas y acento
stance (1 sílaba)
Stress on 1st syllable (stance)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: stance
- Plural: stances
Familia de palabras
Expresiones
adopt a stance
2/ədˈɑpt ə stˈæns/
fixed phrase
formal
formally choose an opinion
To choose a clear opinion on something and present it as your official or public view.
Ejemplos
- The organization has adopted a strict stance on data privacy.
- Many countries have adopted a more cautious stance toward artificial intelligence.
- After the scandal, the board adopted a zero-tolerance stance on fraud.
harden your stance
4/hˈɑɹdən jˈʊɹ stˈæns/
fixed phrase
make opinion more strict
To become more strict or more hard in your opinion about something.
Ejemplos
- After the violent protests, the government hardened its stance on public demonstrations.
- Management has hardened its stance on lateness.
- Instead of compromising, they hardened their stance and talks broke down.
in a defensive stance
5/ˈɪn ə dɪfˈɛnsɪv stˈæns/
fixed phrase
standing ready to defend
Standing with your body and feet in a way that protects you from an attack, especially in sports or fighting.
Ejemplos
- The boxer waited in a defensive stance, watching his opponent closely.
- She stayed in a defensive stance until the referee stopped the fight.
- The player moved backward and got into a defensive stance near the goal.
maintain a stance
3/meɪntˈeɪn ə stˈæns/
fixed phrase
keep the same opinion
To continue to have and show the same opinion about something.
Ejemplos
- The company has maintained its stance on animal testing for decades.
- Despite criticism, she maintained her stance throughout the campaign.
- They maintained a neutral stance during the conflict.
take a stance
1/tˈeɪk ə stˈæns/
fixed phrase
clearly state an opinion
To decide what you think about something and say it clearly.
Ejemplos
- The company finally took a stance on remote work policies.
- Students are encouraged to take a stance on environmental issues in their essays.
- The leader refused to take a stance until more information was available.
soften your stance
1/sˈɔfən jˈʊɹ stˈæns/
fixed phrase
become less firm in your position
to be less strict or firm in what you think or want, especially in an argument or negotiation
Ejemplos
- The union has softened its stance after weeks of negotiation.
- After long talks, the government finally softened its stance on immigration.
- She eventually softened her stance on working weekends.
- She refused to soften her stance on the issue.
- Public pressure forced the minister to soften his stance on the new law.
- The company softened its stance after hearing customer complaints.