know where one stands

Verb

figuratively

(figuratively) To be aware of one's position.

Japanese Meaning

自分の立場を理解する / 自分の位置や状況を把握する

Before accepting the job offer, it's important to know where one stands regarding salary and responsibilities.

仕事のオファーを受ける前に、給与や職務に関して自分の立場を把握しておくことが重要だ。

Sense（1）

(figuratively) To be aware of one's position.

I know where I stand as far as he's concerned: I'm the enemy.

knows where one stands

（ present singular third-person ）

knowing where one stands

（ participle present ）

knew where one stood

（ past ）

known where one stood

（ participle past ）