rely
Translation
to rely, to depend, to count on
Examples
You can rely on me for help.
You can rely on me for help.
The project's success relies on teamwork.
The project's success relies on teamwork.
Grammar Patterns
((on sb./sth.)) to depend on with full trust or confidence You can rely on me for help.
Similar Words
Synonyms: depend, trust, count on
Etymology
From Old French 'relier' (to fasten), from Latin 'religare' (to bind back), from 're-' (back) + 'ligare' (to bind).
Memory Tips
You can 'rely' on a 'reliable' friend. The words are closely related.