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to lean on
[phrase form: lean]
01
contar con, apoyarse en
to rely on someone or something for assistance, guidance, etc.
Transitive: to lean on sb
Ejemplos
The overwhelmed parent is leaning on their partner for emotional support.
El padre abrumado se apoya en su pareja para obtener apoyo emocional.
02
presionar, ejercer presión sobre
to use threats or pressure to control someone's actions or decisions
Transitive: to lean on sb
Ditransitive: to lean on sb to do sth
Ejemplos
The lender will lean on the borrower to repay their debt.
El prestamista presionará al prestatario para que pague su deuda.
03
apoyarse en, recurrir a
to rely on something, such as a wall, for physical support or stability
Transitive: to lean on a support structure
Ejemplos
The exhausted runner had leaned on the wall for a moment before continuing the race.
El corredor exhausto se había apoyado en la pared por un momento antes de continuar la carrera.
