“Depending on others” in Japanese
Short answer
Depending on others in Japanese is “人頼み” (hitodanomi). Full meaning: relying on others, depending on others.
Other ways to say “Depending on others” in Japanese
甘え
umei lack of self-reliance, depending on others
あなた任せ
anatamakase leaving (a matter) to others, depending on others, leaving (a matter) to take care of itself; leaving everything to Buddha's providence
あまえ
amae lack of self-reliance, depending on others
他力本願
tarikihongan salvation by faith in Amitabha; relying on others, depending on others
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