B2adjectiveworkbusiness
US/ˈstæn.dərd/
UK/ˈstæn.dəd/
normal, usual or of the ordinary type, not special or extra
In context
Air conditioning is now standard in most new cars.
It is standard practice to check a guest's passport at hotel reception.
Do you have this shirt in a standard size, or only extra large?
Words that go with standard
adjective + noun
- standard practiceGiving a free bottle of water is standard practice here.
- standard procedureSearching bags at the door is standard procedure.
- standard sizeThe photos must be a standard size for the visa form.
- standard equipmentA helmet is standard equipment for every rider.
adverb + adjective
- fairly standardThe job interview questions were fairly standard.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
This hotel is very standard.Correct: This hotel is of a high standard.