Translation of Romanian word "să stau" to English
să stau
/sä ʃtaw/
Meaning
VerbTo position or be positioned physically: To support oneself on the feet in an erect position.
How to use
Conjugated in the present tense to describe an action that is happening now. Common vocabulary item used in everyday spoken and written Romanian across formal and informal registers.
🇬🇧 English
stand
Example
Copacul va sta mulți ani.
The tree will stand for many years.
Vă rugăm să stați la coadă și să vă așteptați rândul.
Please stand in line and wait your turn.
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Common phrases
- să stau acasă— to stay at home
- să stau jos— to sit down
- să stau de vorbă— to have a chat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Romanian word "să stau" mean?▼
The Romanian word "să stau" means "stand" in English.
How do you pronounce the Romanian word "să stau"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Copacul va sta mulți ani." (which translates as "The tree will stand for many years.").
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