スタンス
Meanings
1
Refers to one's position, opinion, or attitude toward an issue. Common in political, social, and personal contexts.
He clarified his stance on environmental issues.
The company's stance is customer-first.
2
Physical stance or posture, especially in sports such as baseball, golf, or martial arts.
The batter widened his stance in the batter's box.
In golf, stance is important.
Usage patterns
- スタンスを取るto take a stance (on an issue or in a physical posture)
He is taking a cautious stance on this issue.
- スタンスを広げるto widen one's stance (in sports)
In golf, widening your stance slightly makes you more stable.
- 〈事〉に対するスタンスone's stance toward a matter
The government clarified its stance on environmental issues.
- スタンスを変えるto change one's stance or position
He changed his stance during the discussion.