How to pronounce standards
Say it like STAN-derdz. Standards has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STAN).
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- STAN
- derdz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Standards pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- derdzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of standards
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: STAN-dudz.
What does standards mean?
- plural of standard How to pronounce standard“There is some sign of disparate standards bodies becoming more closely aligned.”
- Principles of conduct shaped by one's ideas of morality, decency and honor.“by my standards”
Questions about saying standards
How do you pronounce standards?
Say STAN-derdz. The American pronunciation is /ˈstændɚdz/. In British English it is /ˈstændədz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in standards?
Standards has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STAN). Broken into parts: STAN · derdz.
Is standards pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈstændədz/ (STAN-dudz).