fordern
Translation
to demand, to require, to challenge, to claim
Examples
Die Mitarbeiter fordern mehr Geld.
The employees are demanding more money.
Diese Arbeit fordert viel Geduld.
This work requires a lot of patience.
Er forderte seinen Gegner zum Kampf.
He challenged his opponent to a fight.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to demand (sth.) The workers are demanding higher wages.
((sb.)) to challenge (sb.) The boxer is challenging the champion.
((sth.)) ((from sb.)) to demand (sth.) from (sb.) I demand an explanation from you.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verlangen, beanspruchen; Antonyms: verzichten
Etymology
From Old High German 'fordrōn', related to 'vorder' (fore/front). To call forth.
Memory Tips
Think of 'forward'. You bring your demands 'forward' strongly.