depending on — according to; varying in accordance with
Part of speech: PREPOSITION
Definition: according to; varying in accordance with
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈpendɪŋ ɑːn/
Example Sentences
- My mom's mood changes depending on how much coffee she's had.
- The meeting time will vary depending on everyone's schedule.
- My outfit choice changes depending on whether my crush will be there.
depending on
PREPOSITION[/dɪˈpendɪŋ ɑːn/]
according to; varying in accordance with
according to; varying in accordance with
Depending on his choice, one stays pending while another finds its ending!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'dependere', meaning 'to hang down' or 'to be suspended'. The term evolved metaphorically to express the idea of relying upon or being influenced by something, as if hanging from or supported by it.
Breakdown
de- (down, away) + pendere (to hang, suspend). The prefix 'de-' intensifies the sense of downward direction, while 'pendere' originally referred to physical suspension.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's mood changes depending on how much coffee she's had.”
“The meeting time will vary depending on everyone's schedule.”
“My outfit choice changes depending on whether my crush will be there.”
“The discount rate varies depending on your membership level.”
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