How to Pronounce "make demands on"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /dɪˈmændz/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
MAYK dih-MANDZ AWN
mˈeɪk/ /dɪmˈɑːndz/ /ˈɒn
MAYK dim-AHNDZ ON
Definition
To require a lot of effort, attention, resources, or time from someone or something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /dɪˈmændz/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
mˈeɪk/ /dɪmˈɑːndz/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK dih-MANDZ AWN
UK
MAYK dim-AHNDZ ON
Listen in Context
My new job makes demands on my time.
Raising three children makes demands on parents.
This machine makes demands on electricity.
Studying for finals really makes demands on your energy and focus.