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    S'appuie (en. Leans)

    sa.pɥi

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To base oneself on something for support or justification.
    He relies on studies to support his argument.
    Il s'appuie sur des études pour soutenir son argument.
    To use something as a foundation or reference.
    She often draws on her past experiences.
    Elle s'appuie souvent sur ses expériences passées.
    To strengthen oneself through external support.
    The walls lean on solid foundations.
    Les murs s'appuient sur des fondations solides.

    Etymology

    The verb 'appuyer' derives from the Latin 'appodiare', which means 'to place against'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    lean on one's strengths
    To use one’s abilities or qualities to succeed.
    s'appuyer sur ses forces
    not to rely solely on others
    To be self-reliant and independent.
    ne pas s'appuyer seulement sur les autres

    Related Words

    appuyer
    To provide physical or moral support.
    appuyer
    soutenir
    To help or maintain someone or something.
    soutenir

    Slang Meanings

    To lean on someone without effort.
    He always relies on his friends to do his homework.
    Il s'appuie tout le temps sur ses amis pour faire ses devoirs.
    To back down or deflate quickly.
    When it gets tough, he collapses and leans on others.
    Quand ça devient difficile, il s'écrase et s'appuie sur les autres.