stance
gb/stˈæns/ us/stˈæns/
B2
Engels
~ 5600
álláspont, állás, testhelyzet
ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD
B2
1
álláspont
B2
Gebruikspatroon:
[someone]'s stance on [something]
The company’s public stance on climate change has changed in recent years.
A vállalat nyilvános álláspontja a klímaváltozással kapcsolatban az utóbbi években megváltozott.
His tough stance on crime made him popular with some voters and unpopular with others.
A bűnözéssel szembeni kemény álláspontja egyes választók körében népszerűvé, mások körében pedig népszerűtlenné tette.
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.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
What is your stance on social media use in schools?
Mi az álláspontod a közösségi média iskolai használatáról?
The mayor’s stance on taxes is very clear.
A polgármester álláspontja az adókkal kapcsolatban nagyon világos.
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.
Veelgemaakte fout:
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."
Betekenis
stated opinion on an issue
Woordcombinaties
take a stance
|adopt a stance
|firm stance
|hardline stance
|neutral stance
|public stance
Synoniemen
position (Very close in meaning; the most common neutral synonym for someone's view on an issue.)
|
attitude (Similar, but can describe a more general way of thinking or feeling, not only on specific issues.)
Antoniemen
neutrality (Describes not taking any clear side or opinion on an issue.)
Thema's
politics
|communication
|society
Definitie
What someone thinks and clearly says about an issue or problem.
A clearly expressed opinion, attitude, or position that a person, group, or organization takes on a particular issue.
ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD
B2
2
állás
B1
testhelyzet
B1
Gebruikspatroon:
in a [adjective] stance
The coach corrected her batting stance to help her hit the ball more consistently.
Az edző kijavította az ütőállását, hogy következetesebben találja el a labdát.
He dropped into a defensive stance as the other fighter moved closer.
Védekező állásba helyezkedett, ahogy a másik harcos közelebb lépett.
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.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
The trainer told him to widen his stance.
Az edző azt mondta neki, hogy álljon szélesebb terpeszbe.
She stood in a strong stance before she kicked.
Erős állásban állt, mielőtt rúgott.
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.
Veelgemaakte fout:
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".
Betekenis
way of standing, especially in sports
Woordcombinaties
defensive stance
|aggressive stance
|wide stance
|batting stance
|golf stance
|fighting stance
Synoniemen
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.)
Antoniemen
movement (A stance is a fixed, stable way of standing; movement is the opposite condition of not staying in one fixed position.)
Thema's
sports
|health
|daily life
|body
Definitie
The way your feet and body are placed when you stand, especially for a sport or fight.
The specific way in which someone positions their feet and body while standing, especially as required in a sport, martial art, or other physical activity.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
stance
IPA
GB/stˈæns/
US/stˈæns/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
stance (1 lettergreep)
Stress on 1st syllable (stance)
Woordvormen
Noun
- Base: stance
- Plural: stances
Woordfamilie
Uitdrukkingen
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.
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden
- 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
Voorbeelden
- 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.