rest on

• Verbo frasal que significa depender de algo, contar com algo ou basear-se em algo; também é usado no sentido literal de apoiar-se sobre algo.

A phrasal verb meaning to depend on, rely upon, or be based on something; also used literally to mean to be supported by something.

incontável · intransitivo · phrasal, inseparável

1. Depend or rely onformal

   To be based on or rely upon something as a foundation or support.

   Basear-se em

   • The success of the project rests on the team's cooperation.
   • His argument rests on a flawed assumption.
   • The entire theory rests on this single piece of evidence.

   Sinônimoscount ondepend onhang onhinge onlean onrely onturn on

2. Be placed or supported byformal

   To be physically supported by something; to lie on top of something.

   Apoiar-se em

   • The statue rests on a marble pedestal.
   • Her head rested on a soft pillow.
   • The roof rests on strong wooden beams.

   Sinônimosrepose on

Verbo baserest