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How to Say "rely on" in Spanish

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cuente

KWEN-teh/ˈkwen.te/

verbB1formal/emphatic
Use 'cuente' when you want to express a strong assurance of support or dependability, often in a more formal or emphatic way, like a command or promise.
Two simplified figures are standing together, with one figure leaning heavily on the other's shoulder for support, symbolizing reliance.

Examples

¡Cuente conmigo para la mudanza!

Count on me for the move!

Es crucial que el equipo cuente con suficiente presupuesto.

It is crucial that the team relies on (or has) enough budget.

Si no cuente con su apoyo, el proyecto fracasará.

If he/she doesn't rely on their support, the project will fail.

Required Preposition 'Con'

When 'contar' means 'to rely on' or 'to possess,' it must be followed by the preposition 'con' (with). You can't use it alone in this sense.

confíe

verbB1
Use 'confíe' when the focus is on trusting someone's word, integrity, or ability to do something, implying belief in their reliability.

Examples

Espero que ella confíe en mi palabra.

I hope that she trusts my word.

Confiar vs. Contar

Learners often confuse 'confiar en' and 'contar con'. Remember that 'contar con' is more about expecting support or help, while 'confiar en' is about believing in someone's trustworthiness or their word.

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