kaʊnt ɒn
neutral
beginner
- Base verb:
- count
- Particle:
- on
- Separable:
- No
What does "count on" mean?
To rely or depend on someone or something
Examples
- You can always count on me.
- I'm counting on you to finish this.
- Don't count on the weather being good.
- We're counting on your support.
- Can I count on you to be there?
How to use it
Expresses trust and dependence. 'Count on it!' is an emphatic way to say 'definitely!'
Similar expressions
rely on
depend on
trust
Opposites
distrust
doubt
Related phrasal verbs
- turn on
To start a device or appliance by pressing a switch or button
- get on
To board a bus, train, plane, or other transport
- go on
To continue doing something or happening
- put on
To place clothing or accessories on your body
- take on
To accept a responsibility, job, or challenge
- work on
To spend time and effort trying to improve or complete something
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