adjective
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depending
dih-PEHN-dihng
Depending (adjective) means varying according to circumstances; contingent on something else. Example: “The price changes depending on the size you order.”
adjective
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Varying according to circumstances; contingent on something else.
"The price changes depending on the size you order."
"Depending on the weather, the game might be moved indoors."
"Depending on traffic, we should arrive at the airport in about an hour."
How to use depending
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishChanging based on some other factor — used to say "it varies."
Common mistake
Almost always paired with "on" — "depending the weather" is wrong; it should be "depending on the weather."
Common pairings
depending on
depending on the situation
depending on who you ask
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Rhymes for depending
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bending
lending
pending
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spending
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Frequently asked questions
What does “depending” mean?
The word “depending” means varying according to circumstances; contingent on something else. In plain terms, changing based on some other factor — used to say "it varies.".
How do you pronounce “depending”?
“Depending” is pronounced dih-PEHN-dihng (/dɪˈpɛn.dɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “depending” in a sentence?
Here is “depending” used in a sentence: “The price changes depending on the size you order.”
What part of speech is “depending”?
“Depending” is an adjective.
Is “depending” a common word?
“Depending” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What does 'depending on' mean?
'Depending on' means varying according to particular circumstances or conditions. It signals that an outcome is not fixed but changes based on another factor — for example, 'the journey takes one to two hours, depending on traffic.' The phrase points to whatever the result is contingent upon.
What is an example of 'depending' in a sentence?
'The price changes depending on the size you choose' is a typical example. Here, depending shows that the price is not fixed but contingent on size. Similar uses include 'we may go out or stay in, depending on the weather,' where the plan varies according to circumstances.
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