stance

/stæns/ (bre, ipa) · /stæns/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈstan(t)s/ (ame, mw)

stance — noun

  • stancesingular
  • stancesplural

1. a particular way of thinking or feeling about an issue, which you express openly

1.名詞B2
釋義

a particular way of thinking or feeling about an issue, which you express openly as your opinion

例句

The senator took a firm stance against the proposed tax increase.

take + stance + against + [issue]

Amira's stance on environmental protection has made her a well-known figure in the movement.

stance on + [topic]

同義詞
  • position

    very similar in meaning; slightly more neutral in tone

  • attitude

    broader in scope, can include emotional quality and behaviour beyond public statements

  • standpoint

    emphasises the perspective or point of view more than the expressed opinion

反義詞

文法句型

stance + on + [topic]

stance + against + [issue]

用法筆記

Often used with the verbs take, adopt, maintain, or express. The preposition on introduces the topic; against shows opposition.

常見錯誤

❌The government announced its new stance for education.
✅The government announced its new stance on education.
💡Use 'on' not 'for' when stating the topic of a stance.

2. the way someone positions their feet and body while standing, especially in spor

2.名詞B2
釋義

the way someone positions their feet and body while standing, especially in sports, dance, or physical activities

例句

The yoga teacher showed the class how to find a stable stance in tree pose.

adjective + stance describing stability

Amihan widened her stance and bent her knees before lifting the heavy box.

同義詞
  • posture

    more general term that includes sitting and lying positions as well as standing

  • position

    more general; can refer to any arrangement of the body

  • pose

    emphasises a deliberate or held positioning, often for a photograph

文法句型

adjective + stance

adjust/widen + stance

用法筆記

Common in sports, martial arts, yoga, and dance contexts. Can also describe everyday standing habits, especially related to balance or posture.

常見錯誤

❌She has good stance when playing golf.
✅She has a good stance when playing golf.
💡Stance is a countable noun and requires an article or determiner.