English · Common Verbs
stands
/stændz/
[/stændz/]
third-person singular of stand
Beginnerverb
Definition
Third-person singular present of 'stand': he, she, or it is upright on the feet.
Example
The old castle stands proudly on the hill, watching over the town as it has for centuries.
The old castle stands proudly on the hill, watching over the town as it has for centuries.
Etymology
From Old English 'standan' (to stand).
How & Where It’s Used
Used with singular subjects; can also be a noun meaning a structure for seating or selling.