General term for the desire or requirement for goods, services, or resources. Used in everyday and business contexts.
Demand for this product is increasing year by year.
The need for new technology is growing.
Economic term for the quantity of a good or service that consumers are willing and able to purchase at various prices. Often contrasted with 供給 (supply).
See also: 供給
The balance between supply and demand is disrupted.
Demand for electric cars is rising.
The factory increased production to meet demand.
Domestic production alone cannot satisfy demand.
Demand for housing decreased due to the recession.
consumer; demander
replacement demand; need for replacement