demand
名詞
定義 demand 名詞
request(要求)
- B1Countable(可數名詞)
a strong request
強烈的請求；堅決的要求
You cannot always concede to the demands of your children.
你不能總是順應孩子們的要求。
It's unlikely the government will agree to the insurgents' demands for autonomy.
政府不太可能同意叛亂分子對自治的要求。
They received a final notice to pay what was owed.
他們收到了支付欠款的最後通知。
need(需求)
- B2Countable(可數名詞)Uncountable(不可數名詞)
a need for something to be sold or supplied
需求
There is very little demand for these products.
對這些產品的需求非常少。
There is always a high demand for qualified medical professionals.
對合格的醫療專業人員總是有很高的需求。
During the holidays, there is a high demand for flowers.
在節假日期間，對鮮花的需求很高。
片語 demand 名詞
- demands
the challenging tasks or obligations that must be fulfilled
艱巨的任務；困難的要求
• The demands of this job are so high that it's difficult to find qualified candidates.
這份工作的要求非常高，很難找到合格的候選人。
動詞
定義 demand 動詞
request(要求)
- B1Transitive(及物動詞)
to ask for something forcefully, in a way that shows that you do not expect to be refused
堅決請求；強烈要求；強要
I requested an explanation immediately.
我立即要求一個解釋。
The union is demanding an eight percent wage increase this year.
工會今年要求增加百分之八的工資。
He always requires the highest standards of conduct from his children.
他總是要求他的孩子們行為達到最高標準。
need(需要)
- B2Transitive(及物動詞)
to need something such as time, effort, or a particular quality
需要；要求（時間、精力、特定數量等）
This musical piece is difficult to perform; it requires intense concentration.
這首樂曲很難演奏；它需要高度的專注力。
He seems to lack numerous qualities necessary for a successful politician.
他似乎缺乏許多成功政治人物所需的特質。
The job demands someone who can work under pressure.
這份工作需要能夠在壓力下工作的人。
成語
- on demand
available or happening whenever someone requests or needs something.
指定时间或根据需求
• The company offers video on demand, allowing customers to watch their desired programs anytime.
公司提供視頻點播服務，讓客戶隨時觀看他們想要的節目。