dépendant /depɑ̃dˈɑ̃/ · adjective · CEFR B2. French translation of "dependent".

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Source term
dependent
Translation
dépendant
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
adjective
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Dictionary form dépendant
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
dépendant + noun / It is dépendant
Examples
Son père âgé est devenu de plus en plus dépendant après l'opération.
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Example Sentences

Beaucoup de jeunes adultes dépendent encore financièrement de leurs parents.

English: Many young adults are still financially dependent on their parents.

B2 · States And Conditions

Le succès du voyage dépend du beau temps.

English: The success of the trip is dependent on good weather.

B2 · States And Conditions

Son père âgé est devenu de plus en plus dépendant après l'opération.

English: Her elderly father became increasingly dependent after the operation.

B2 · States And Conditions

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