depend
Translation
to depend, to rely on
Examples
You can depend on me.
You can depend on me.
It depends on the weather.
It depends on the weather.
Grammar Patterns
to depend ((on sb./sth.)) to rely on sb./sth. You can depend on me for help.
it depends ((on sth.)) to be decided by sth. Our plan depends on the weather.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rely on, count on, trust
Etymology
From Latin 'dependere', meaning 'to hang from'. It is composed of 'de-' (down) and 'pendere' (to hang).
Memory Tips
Imagine something hanging down from another object. It 'depends' on that object for support.