ENGLISH
REFERENCE

depending on

idiom
Meaning

you use this to say that one thing changes or is decided by another thing.


Origin

disputed origin

From depending + on.

Examples
SIMPLE

The price changes depending on the size.

CONTEXTUAL

We might go to the beach tomorrow, depending on the weather forecast.

COMPLEX

The success of the project will vary significantly, depending on how effectively the team manages their limited resources and tight deadlines.

Last updated April 22, 2026