exiger
The French verb “exiger” means “to demand,” “to require,” or “to insist upon.” It comes from the Latin verb “exigere,” which means “to drive out” or “to demand.”
Examples:
- The teacher exige que les devoirs soient rendus demain. (The teacher demands that the homework be handed in tomorrow.)
- The company exige des qualifications spécifiques pour ce poste. (The company requires specific qualifications for this position.)
- Le client a exige un remboursement complet. (The customer insisted on a full refund.)
Conjugation
Présent
j’exige
tu exiges
il exige
nous exigeons
vous exigez
ils exigent
Passé composé
j’ai exigé
tu as exigé
il a exigé
nous avons exigé
vous avez exigé
ils ont exigé
