にかかっている
Meanings
- to depend on
- to be up to
- to be contingent on
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Explanation
The phrase にかかっている expresses that a result, decision, or outcome is dependent on or determined by something else. It emphasizes that the situation hinges on a factor, condition, or person. It can convey that the success, fate, or future possibility rests with that factor, rather than being certain or decided by the speaker alone. Common in statements about chances, outcomes, or responsibilities being contingent on others or external conditions. Note that にかかっている is often used in more formal or written contexts, and the noun before にかかっている is the factor that the situation depends on.
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Example sentences
The success of this project depends on the cooperation of the participants.
The final result depends on the weather.
His promotion depends on his supervisor's evaluation.
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