1 A2 neutral
To physically stand next to or alongside someone.
"She stood with her brother at their parents' graveside."
inseparable
stand with
B2 neutral inseparable transitive
To show solidarity with or support for a person, group, or cause.
In plain English
To be on someone's side and show that you support them.
What does "stand with" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 B2 idiomatic neutral
To publicly declare support and solidarity with a person, group, or cause.
"The president announced that the country stands with its allies during this difficult time."
“
America stands with you.
— Barack Obama, address to the people of Myanmar, 2012
inseparable
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To physically stand in the same place as someone.
Actually means
To be on someone's side and show that you support them.
Usage tip
Very commonly used in political and social contexts, particularly in public statements of solidarity. The phrase 'I stand with [group]' is a standard expression of support on social media and in speeches.
Words that pair with "stand with"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
community people nation protesters allies cause
How to conjugate "stand with"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
stand with
I/you/we/they
3rd person
stands with
he/she/it
Past simple
stood with
yesterday
Past participle
stood with
have + pp
-ing form
standing with
continuous
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