Demand
Syllable division: de·​mand 
How to pronounce: UK: /dɪˈmɑːnd/ US: /dɪˈmænd/

Audio Pronunciation of the word Demand

Demand as a Verb
#1 Meaning: When you ask someone for something/ to do something without allowing them to refuse.
Example:
> She demanded the manager to change the sheets.
> They demanded to speak to the person in charge.

#2 Meaning: When someone needs something e.g. time/quantity/effort.
Example:
> Becoming a doctor demands a lot of family- and free time.
> The mothers at the firm demanded quality daycare for their children while they are working.

Demand as a Noun
#1 Meaning: When something is in being requested strongly.
Example:
> She demanded that her boss pays her full salary instead of half.
> They are very good parents, but they give in too quickly to their children's demands.

#2 Meaning: When something has to be supplied or sold urgently/quickly.
Example:
> Good lawyers are always in demand.
> The new iPhone sold out on the first day because it was in high demand.

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