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    Chinese Grammar

    Referring to a demand or requirement with 需求 (xūqiú)

    Obligation & Necessity
    Topic & Focus

    Explanation

    需求 (xūqiú) refers to a demand, need, or requirement, often in economic, business, or formal contexts. It describes what is needed or desired, whether by individuals, markets, or organizations.

    Examples

    • 市场对新能源汽车的需求越来越大。

      Shìchǎng duì xīn néngyuán qìchē de xūqiú yuèláiyuè dà.

      The market demand for new energy vehicles is growing.

    • 我们要根据客户的需求来调整产品设计。

      Wǒmen yào gēnjù kèhù de xūqiú lái tiáozhěng chǎnpǐn shèjì.

      We need to adjust the product design based on customer needs.

    • 目前人才的需求远远超过了供给。

      Mùqián réncái de xūqiú yuǎnyuǎn chāoguò le gōngjǐ.

      Currently the demand for talent far exceeds the supply.