What does "exigir" mean in English?

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Spanish

exigir

English

demand

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Alternative translations of "exigir"

require
call for
insist on
ask for

Examples of how to use "exigir" in Spanish

Spanish
Exijo una explicación inmediata.
English
I demand an immediate explanation.
Spanish
Yo exijo una explicación clara.
English
I demand a clear explanation.
Spanish
Ellos exigieron mejores condiciones ayer.
English
They demanded better conditions yesterday.
Spanish
Ella exigía respeto en la clase.
English
She demanded respect in the class.
Spanish
Nosotros exigiremos justicia para todos.
English
We will demand justice for everyone.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "exigir" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use it naturally in Spanish.

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Exijo una explicación inmediata.

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