to lean (on, against); to rest (against); to recline
to rely on (someone); to depend on
木に凭れ掛かって休んだ。
I leaned against a tree and rested.
長時間の作業で疲れて、壁に凭れ掛かった。
Tired from long hours of work, I leaned against the wall.
疲れた時には、友達の肩に凭れ掛かるのが心地よい。
When I'm tired, leaning on a friend's shoulder feels comforting.