Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Depend”
To need someone or something to help you, or to trust that someone will do what they promise.
Word Family of Depend
What is the noun of depend? — dependence
What is the verb of depend? — depend
What is the adjective of depend? — dependent
What is the adverb of depend? — dependently
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- Children depend on their parents for food and shelter. A2
- The success of the project depends on good teamwork. B1
- I depend on my alarm clock to wake up on time. A2
Word Form Patterns for Depend
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: depend → dependently.
Origin and Word Formation of Depend
From Latin dependere (hang down, be pending).
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Depend
What are the word forms of “depend”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “depend”?
“depend” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “depend” come from?
From Latin dependere (hang down, be pending).