요구
The act of asking for something forcefully or as a right; a demand or requirement.
Examples
3 of 5무리한 요구는 들어줄 수 없습니다.
I cannot grant unreasonable demands.
고객의 요구 사항을 반영하여 제품을 수정했다.
The product was modified by reflecting customer requirements.
시대적 요구에 부응하는 개혁이 필요하다.
Reform that meets the demands of the times is necessary.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Yo-gu: 'Yo' (You) + 'Gu' (Get) = You want to get something.
Quick Quiz
현대 사회는 창의적인 인재를 ____하고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 요구
Examples
무리한 요구는 들어줄 수 없습니다.
everydayI cannot grant unreasonable demands.
고객의 요구 사항을 반영하여 제품을 수정했다.
businessThe product was modified by reflecting customer requirements.
시대적 요구에 부응하는 개혁이 필요하다.
formalReform that meets the demands of the times is necessary.
이 직업은 높은 수준의 전문성을 요구합니다.
academicThis job demands a high level of expertise.
나한테 요구하는 게 너무 많아.
informalYou're demanding too much from me.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
시대적 요구
demands of the times
요구액
requested amount
요구 조항
demanded clauses
Often Confused With
요청 is a polite 'request'; 요구 is a stronger 'demand' or 'requirement'.
Usage Notes
Essential for discussing economics (supply and demand) or social conflicts in IELTS.
Common Mistakes
Don't use '요구' when asking a friend for a small favor (use 부탁).
Memory Tip
Yo-gu: 'Yo' (You) + 'Gu' (Get) = You want to get something.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 要 (to want) and 求 (to seek).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
현대 사회는 창의적인 인재를 ____하고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 요구
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