das Erfordernis
Translation
requirement, necessity, demand, prerequisite
Examples
Wir passen uns den neuen Erfordernissen an.
We are adapting to the new requirements.
Das Design muss den Erfordernissen entsprechen.
The design must meet the requirements.
Grammar Patterns
to meet the requirements ((of sth.)) ((den Erfordernissen entsprechen)) The product meets the requirements of the market.
Similar Words
Bedarf, Notwendigkeit, Voraussetzung
Etymology
From the prefix 'er-' (denoting achievement) + the verb 'fordern' (to demand) + the suffix '-nis' (noun forming). Literally 'that which is demanded'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'er-fordern' as 'to demand out of' a situation. An 'Erfordernis' is the resulting requirement.