to lean on
[phrase form: lean]
01
頼る, 依存する
to rely on someone or something for assistance, guidance, etc.
Transitive: to lean on sb
文法情報
形態的構成
句動詞
動作動詞
規則的
分離不可
不変化詞
on
基本動詞
lean
現在時制
lean on
三人称単数
leans on
現在分詞
leaning on
単純過去
leaned on
過去分詞
leaned on
例
The company has leaned on its loyal customers for years.
その会社は長年、忠実な顧客に頼ってきました。
02
圧力をかける, 強要する
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
例
The police leaned on the suspect until they confessed.
警察は容疑者が自白するまで圧力をかけた。
03
寄りかかる, 頼る
to rely on something, such as a wall, for physical support or stability
Transitive: to lean on a support structure
例
The tired hiker is leaning on his walking stick for support.
疲れたハイカーは、支えのために歩行用の杖に寄りかかっています。
