Cry on Meaning in English
expression
ˈkɹaɪ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
KRYE-awn
kɹˈaɪ/ /ˈɒn
krye-ON
Definition
To shed tears onto something, usually physically, as in 'cry on someone's shoulder.' Often used when someone is sad and seeks comfort.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in 'cry on someone's shoulder', describing seeking emotional support. Use 'cry on' with an object (usually a person's shoulder). Not used for general crying or weeping. Informal, emotional contexts.
Spanish: llorar sobrePortuguese (BR): chorar em - chorar sobrePortuguese (PT): chorar em - chorar sobreChinese (Simplified): 在…上哭Chinese (Traditional): 在…上哭Hindi: पर रोनाArabic: يبكي علىBengali: কাঁদা (কারও কাঁধে) - মন খারাপ হলে কারও পাশে কাঁদাRussian: плакать на (чьём-либо плече)Japanese: 泣く（誰かの肩で）Vietnamese: khóc dựa vào (vai ai đó)Korean: (누군가의 어깨에) 울다Turkish: birinin omzunda ağlamakUrdu: کسی کے کندھے پر روناIndonesian: menangis di (bahu seseorang)
Example Sentences
She needed someone to cry on after the sad news.
basic
Sometimes, it's good to have a friend to cry on.
basic
He didn't mind if she cried on his shoulder.
basic
You can cry on me anytime you need to talk.
natural
After the breakup, he just wanted someone to cry on.
natural
Thanks for letting me cry on your shoulder last night.
natural