B1
demand vs request
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| demandverb/dɪˈmænd/ | Meaning to ask for something very firmly because you believe you have a right to it | Goes with demand an explanation | Example The customers demanded their money back after the show was canceled. |
| requestverb/rɪˈkwest/ | Meaning to ask for something politely or officially | Goes with request permission | Example Guests can request a late checkout at the front desk. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The bank may payment within thirty days.