Grandstand: meaning, definitions and examples
๐๏ธ
grandstand
[ หษกrรฆn(d)หstรฆnd ]
seating area
A grandstand is a large, usually roofed structure that provides seating for spectators at sporting events, concerts, or other public gatherings. These areas are typically elevated, offering a better view of the event.
Synonyms
bleachers, stand, viewer seating.
Examples of usage
- The fans cheered from the grandstand as their team scored the winning goal.
- Tickets for the grandstand were sold out quickly for the championship game.
- Children climbed up to the grandstand for a better look at the parade.
show off
To grandstand means to perform spectacularly or behave in a way that draws attention to oneself, often to achieve approval or admiration. It is often used in a negative sense to describe someone seeking to demonstrate their prominence or skills.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The politician was accused of grandstanding during the debate.
- He loves to grandstand whenever there is a crowd around.
- The actor's comments were seen as grandstanding for media attention.
Translations
Translations of the word "grandstand" in other languages:
๐ต๐น tribuna
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฐเฅเคเคกเคธเฅเคเฅเคเคก
๐ฉ๐ช Tribรผne
๐ฎ๐ฉ tribun
๐บ๐ฆ ะณัะฐะฝะดััะตะฝะด
๐ต๐ฑ trybuna
๐ฏ๐ต ใฐใฉใณใในใฟใณใ
๐ซ๐ท gradin
๐ช๐ธ tribuna
๐น๐ท tribรผn
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ด๋์
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุฏุฑุฌ
๐จ๐ฟ tribuna
๐ธ๐ฐ tribรบna
๐จ๐ณ ็ๅฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ tribuna
๐ฎ๐ธ stรบku
๐ฐ๐ฟ ััะธะฑัะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แขแ แแแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ tribuna
๐ฒ๐ฝ tribuna
Etymology
The term 'grandstand' originates from the late 19th century, with the 'grand' referring to the grand architectural design of such structures that provided elevated seating for spectators at major public events. The word combines the prefix 'grand', meaning large or impressive, with 'stand', which refers to a place for spectators to sit or stand. Initially used in the context of horse racing, it gradually broadened to encompass other sporting events and performances. In contemporary usage, its verb form, meaning to show off or perform for attention, emerged in the late 20th century, reflecting a cultural shift towards spectacle and media visibility.