verb

exigir

demand

Pedir algo con firmeza o de manera obligatoria, sin dar opción a negarse.

The Spanish word "exigir" means to demand or require something strongly. It implies a sense of urgency or necessity in asking for something. For example, one might "exigir" a fair wage from an employer, indicating that it's a non-negotiable expectation.

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Examples

El profesor exige mucho a sus estudiantes.verb

The teacher demands a lot from his students.

El nuevo trabajo me exige un gran esfuerzo diario.verb

The new job demands a great daily effort from me.

Los exámenes exigen mucha preparación.verb

The exams demand a lot of preparation.

Este trabajo exige mucha atención y esfuerzo.verb

This job demands a lot of attention and effort.

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