1 A2 neutral
To physically stand in the same place as other people.
"The whole class stood together for the group photograph."
inseparable
stand together
B1 neutral inseparable intransitive
To be united in purpose, opinion, or action, especially during a challenge.
In plain English
To stay together as a group and support each other.
What does "stand together" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 B1 idiomatic neutral
To show solidarity and act as a united group, especially in the face of a challenge or threat.
"The workers decided to stand together and refuse to accept the new conditions."
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We must stand together as a people.
— Nelson Mandela, speech at the ANC rally, Johannesburg, 1990
inseparable
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To physically stand in the same place as others — largely transparent.
Actually means
To stay together as a group and support each other.
Usage tip
Often used in political speeches, motivational contexts, or times of crisis. Carries a strong sense of solidarity and collective strength.
Words that pair with "stand together"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
community nation people united solidarity challenge
How to conjugate "stand together"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
stand together
I/you/we/they
3rd person
stands together
he/she/it
Past simple
stood together
yesterday
Past participle
stood together
have + pp
-ing form
standing together
continuous
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