English pronunciation · Words Starting with S
Standard Pronunciation
Standard is pronounced STAN-derd, IPA /ˈstændɝd/.
STAN-derd
US /ˈstændɝd/ · UK /ˈstændəd/
Syllables: STAN · derd (2 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
noun and adjective: A level of quality that is expected, or the usual version of something.
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Standard in a Sentence
- The work is up to standard.
- Standard delivery takes three days.
- They set a high standard in the first week.
Common Mispronunciations of Standard
Not stan-DARD
STAN is the loud beat, and derd trails after it with a reduced vowel.
Not STAN-dahrd
Spelling shows an a in the ending, but the sound is a weak er, not the ah of card.
Tip: Standards and standardise leave the weight where it was, on STAN.
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