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to stand for
[phrase form: stand]
01
representar, simbolizar
to convey a particular meaning, either explicitly or implicitly
Transitive: to stand for a concept or belief
Ejemplos
The official motto of the school stands for excellence in education and character.
El lema oficial de la escuela significa excelencia en educación y carácter.
02
representar
to represent something in the form of an abbreviation or symbol
Transitive: to stand for a word or expression
Ejemplos
The abbreviation ' CEO ' stands for Chief Executive Officer.
La abreviatura 'CEO' significa Chief Executive Officer.
03
tolerar, aguantar
to endure a particular behavior, action, or situation
Transitive: to stand for a particular behavior or action
Ejemplos
The community would n't stand for environmental pollution and organized a protest.
La comunidad no toleraría la contaminación ambiental y organizó una protesta.
04
representar, simbolizar
to act as a substitute for something, taking its place or being equivalent to it
Transitive: to stand for sth
Ejemplos
In the equation, ' x ' stands for the unknown variable.
En la ecuación, 'x' representa la variable desconocida.
05
presentarse, postularse
to participate in an election, trying to be chosen for an official role or become a member of an organization
Transitive: to stand for an election or a position
Ejemplos
The community organizer, known for advocating social justice, announced plans to stand for city council.
El organizador comunitario, conocido por abogar por la justicia social, anunció planes para presentarse al consejo municipal.
