standpoint

Definitions

stand + point: the point where you stand to view something. A loan-translation of German Standpunkt. Where you stand determines what you see — hence 'from a practical standpoint.'

Common Collocations

• 1.from a standpoint从……角度来看
• 2.practical standpoint实际角度
• 3.ethical standpoint伦理立场
• 4.theoretical standpoint理论角度

Example Sentences

• 1.

  From an economic standpoint, the plan makes sense.

• 2.

  She argued the case from a moral standpoint.