# standby vs stands

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### standby
*noun · IPA /ˈstændˌbaɪ/ · frequency rank #16,796*
A state of readiness without immediate involvement; remaining in preparation for (a sudden or unforeseen event or situation).

### stands
*noun · IPA /stændz/ · frequency rank #2,466*
plural of stand

## Source
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