Figure on

verb

To count on or rely on someone or something.

I figure on you to help me with the project.
Visual representation of "figure on" - To count on or rely on someone or something

Often appears as...

  • figure on someone
  • figure on it

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic

verb

To plan or estimate something.

How much money do you figure on spending?
Visual representation of "figure on" - To plan or estimate something

Often appears as...

  • figure on spending
  • figure on saving
verb

To count on or rely on someone or something.

I figure on you to help me with the project.
Visual representation of "figure on" - To count on or rely on someone or something

Often appears as...

  • figure on someone
  • figure on it

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic

verb

To plan or estimate something.

How much money do you figure on spending?
Visual representation of "figure on" - To plan or estimate something

Often appears as...

  • figure on spending
  • figure on saving
Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "figure on"
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Expecting Backup

Used when you confidently expect help or support from someone else.

Illustration for Expecting Backup
I figure on my team to finish the presentation on time.
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Assurance

Shows strong belief in someone's aid, without considering other options.

Illustration for Assurance
Don't worry, I figure on my brother to lend us his car.
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Unforeseen Circumstances

Remind learners that relying on something doesn't guarantee it will happen.

Illustration for Unforeseen Circumstances
I figured on good weather, but it rained during our event.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Expecting Backup

Used when you confidently expect help or support from someone else.

Illustration for Expecting Backup
I figure on my team to finish the presentation on time.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Assurance

Shows strong belief in someone's aid, without considering other options.

Illustration for Assurance
Don't worry, I figure on my brother to lend us his car.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Unforeseen Circumstances

Remind learners that relying on something doesn't guarantee it will happen.

Illustration for Unforeseen Circumstances
I figured on good weather, but it rained during our event.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Expecting Backup

Used when you confidently expect help or support from someone else.

Illustration for Expecting Backup
I figure on my team to finish the presentation on time.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Assurance

Shows strong belief in someone's aid, without considering other options.

Illustration for Assurance
Don't worry, I figure on my brother to lend us his car.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Unforeseen Circumstances

Remind learners that relying on something doesn't guarantee it will happen.

Illustration for Unforeseen Circumstances
I figured on good weather, but it rained during our event.
Visual representation of the word "Figure on"

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