Dipendere
Example: Il successo può dipendere dal duro lavoro quotidiano.
Definition
"Dipendere" means to rely on or be contingent upon something or someone, indicating that the outcome or condition is determined by that factor. For example, success can depend on consistent hard work, showing a cause-and-effect relationship.
Etymology
The Italian word "dipendere" comes from the Latin verb 'dependere,' composed of 'de-' meaning 'from' or 'down from' and 'pendere' meaning 'to hang.' Did you know? The idea is literally 'to hang from,' reflecting how something depends or hangs on something else.
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