die Forderung, -en
demand
Etwas, das man von einer anderen Person verlangt oder erwartet, zum Beispiel Geld oder eine Leistung.
The German word "Forderung" is a noun that means "demand" or "claim". It is derived from the verb "fordern," which means "to demand" or "to call for."
Similar Words:
- Anspruch - "Claim" or "entitlement"
- Begehren - "Desire" or "wish"
- Anforderung - "Requirement" or "request"
Differences:
Forderung primarily implies a strong or formal demand, often in a legal, financial, or regulatory context (e.g. financial claims, union demands).
Anspruch can be translated as "claim" and generally implies a right or entitlement to something (e.g. a legal claim)
Begehren leans more toward desire or wish and is often less formal than "Forderung".
Anforderung usually pertains to requirements or set criteria, typically in technical, business, or educational contexts (e.g. job requirements).
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Examples
Die Forderung ist berechtigt.noun
The demand is justified.
Seine Forderung wurde erfüllt.noun
His demand was met.
Seine Forderung wurde abgelehnt.noun
His demand was rejected.
Ihre Forderung ist sehr hoch.noun
Their demand is very high.
Die Forderung bleibt bestehen.noun
The demand remains.
Nach der Besprechung gab es eine klare Forderung.noun
After the meeting, there was a clear demand.
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