Japanese word

スタンド

Pronunciation

Romajisutando

Meaning

  • nounstands

Example

スタンドから選手を応援します。su ta n do ka ra sen shu o ō en shi ma su

I cheer for the players from the stands.

Illustration for スタンド (stands)

More examples

試合の後、スタンドからゆっくり出ます。shi ai no ato su ta n do ka ra yu kku ri de ma su

I leave the stands slowly after the game.

Core concept

Describes the area set aside for spectators, especially the seats surrounding a sports field or stadium.

Common phrases

  • スタンドから応援するsu ta n do ka ra ō en su ru

    cheer from the stands

  • スタンドで観戦するsu ta n do de kan sen su ru

    watch from the stands

  • スタンドの観客su ta n do no kan kyaku

    spectators in the stands

Similar words

観客席kankyakuseki: Seats set aside for people watching a sports event or other performance.
客席kyakuseki: The area where an audience sits during a performance or event.

Definition in Japanese

競技場で観客が競技を見ながら座る客席の区域。kyō gi jō de kan kyaku ga kyō gi o mi na ga ra suwa ru kyaku seki no ku iki

Word origin

The Japanese noun スタンド (sutando) comes from English stand, which can mean a raised structure or area for spectators at an event.

Usage tips

  • In English, the stands usually means the seating area at a sports venue, while a stand can also mean a small booth, such as a food stand.

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