Bandstand

Pronunciation: /bændstænd/

Definitions of bandstand

noun a platform or structure where a band performs

Example Sentences

A1 The children danced on the bandstand in the park.

A2 The band played live music on the bandstand during the festival.

B1 The local community gathered for a concert at the bandstand in the town square.

B2 The historic bandstand was restored to its former glory and now hosts various events.

C1 The bandstand, with its intricate design, is a popular landmark in the city.

C2 The orchestra performed a symphony on the grand bandstand to a captivated audience.

Examples of bandstand in a Sentence

formal The orchestra performed on the beautifully decorated bandstand in the park.

informal Let's meet by the bandstand at the concert tonight.

slang We snuck behind the bandstand to have a smoke during the festival.

figurative The bandstand symbolizes the community coming together to enjoy music and festivities.

Grammatical Forms of bandstand

• past tense: bandstanded
• plural: bandstands
• comparative: more bandstand
• superlative: most bandstand
• present tense: bandstand
• future tense: will bandstand
• perfect tense: have bandstanded
• continuous tense: is bandstanding
• singular: bandstand
• positive degree: bandstand
• infinitive: to bandstand
• gerund: bandstanding
• participle: bandstanded

Origin and Evolution of bandstand

First Known Use: 1860 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'bandstand' originated from the combination of 'band' and 'stand', referring to a platform where a band performs.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a raised platform for bands to perform on, the word 'bandstand' has evolved to also refer to a sheltered outdoor platform often found in parks where musical performances take place.