This is the 265th most frequent Icelandic word.
stóð
"Stóð" in English means "stood" (past tense of stand) or refers to a "herd" or "group of horses," depending on context.
The word 'stóð' is used to indicate the action of standing, in the past tense, referring to someone maintaining an upright position.
Hann stóð við gluggann.
He stood by the window.
The word 'stóð' here is used metaphorically to denote upholding or fulfilling something, like a promise.
Hún stóð við loforðið.
She kept the promise.
In this sentence, 'stóð' conveys the idea of being printed, written, or conveyed as information on a sign.