How to Pronounce Demand

To pronounce "demand", say DEM-and — 2 syllables, IPA /dɪˈmɑːnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/dɪˈmɑːnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “demand”

"demand" has 2 syllables: dem-and. It rhymes with reprimand and command, if that helps it stick.

What does demand mean?

noun

The desire to purchase goods and services.
“Prices usually go up when demand exceeds supply.”
The amount of a good or service that consumers are willing to buy at a particular price.

verb

To request forcefully.
“I demand to see the manager.”
To claim a right to something.
“The bank is demanding the mortgage payment.”

Synonyms

imposition frain call for insist

Words that rhyme with demand

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reprimand command expand understand band land brand stand offhand grand hinterland hand

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "demand"?▾

"Demand" has 2 syllables: dem · and.

What is the IPA transcription of "demand"?▾

The IPA transcription of "demand" is /dɪˈmɑːnd/.

What does "demand" mean?▾

Demand: The desire to purchase goods and services.

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