Dependente

dependentadjective / noun

Alternative meanings

dependent; relying on another person or thing; needing support, help, or care; subject to a condition; dependent person depending on context

Pronunciation

deh-pen-DEN-teh

Root and affixes

Adapted loanword from dependiente/dependent. It can also be expressed with nagsalig sa, meaning dependent on something or someone.

Variants or conjugations

dependent; relying; depending on; dependent; person who relies; seller/shop attendant

Related words and expressions

trust/rely; reliance; help; support; condition; independent; seller/shop attendant

Meaning and usage notes

Dependente works for dependent as the opposite of independent. If dependiente means a shop assistant, tigbaligya, tindero, or tindera may sound more natural. If it is dependent on a condition, nagsalig sa fits very well.