represent vs stand for

represent and stand for both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
represent	No	No	Yes	No
stand for	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, represent and stand for are synonyms defined as:

represent and stand for: express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol

Other synonyms of represent include symbolise, symbolize, typify.

As verbs, represent and stand for are synonyms defined as:

represent and stand for: take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to

Other synonyms of represent include correspond.

represent (verb)	stand for (verb)
to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)	tolerate or bear
serve as a means of expressing something	denote or connote
express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol	express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol
point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance	take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to
bring forward and present to the mind
describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality
create an image or likeness of
play a role or part
perform (a play), especially on a stage
be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute
be representative or typical for
be the defense counsel for someone in a trial
form or compose
be typical of
take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to