B1 noun Neutral

需求

/ɕy˥ t͡ɕʰjoʊ̯˧˥/

The desire of consumers, clients, etc., for a particular commodity or service; a requirement or necessity.

Examples

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1

我们需要满足客户的各种需求。

We need to meet the various needs of our customers.

2

随着收入增加,人们对奢侈品的需求也在增长。

As income increases, the demand for luxury goods is also growing.

3

这只是目前的基本需求。

This is just the basic need at the moment.

Word Family

Noun
需求
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Memory Tip

Xu (need) + Qiu (seek) = Seeking what you need.

Quick Quiz

目前,世界对清洁能源的____正在快速增长。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 需求

Examples

1

我们需要满足客户的各种需求。

business

We need to meet the various needs of our customers.

2

随着收入增加,人们对奢侈品的需求也在增长。

academic

As income increases, the demand for luxury goods is also growing.

3

这只是目前的基本需求。

everyday

This is just the basic need at the moment.

4

政府必须平衡供求关系。

formal

The government must balance supply and demand.

5

你有什么特殊需求吗?

informal

Do you have any special requirements?

Word Family

Noun
需求

Common Collocations

市场需求 market demand
满足需求 satisfy/meet the demand
需求量 quantity demanded
基本需求 basic needs
供求关系 supply and demand relationship

Common Phrases

需求分析

needs analysis

心理需求

psychological needs

内需

domestic demand

Often Confused With

需求 vs 需要

需要 (need) is both a verb and noun for general use; 需求 (demand) is more formal/academic and often used in economic contexts.

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Usage Notes

Highly frequent in IELTS topics about economy, environment (water/energy demand), and society.

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Common Mistakes

Don't use '需求' as a verb. Use '有……的需求' or just use the verb '需要'.

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Memory Tip

Xu (need) + Qiu (seek) = Seeking what you need.

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Word Origin

Xu (necessary/to wait for) + Qiu (to seek/request).

Grammar Patterns

对……的需求 满足……的需求

Quick Quiz

目前,世界对清洁能源的____正在快速增长。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 需求

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