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How to Say "i demand" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “i demand” is “reclamo” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishA2
verbA2
asking for something strongly
A person holding up a lost item they have found and are claiming as their own.

Examples

Yo reclamo lo que es justo para mi familia.

I claim what is fair for my family.

Si no recibo el paquete hoy, lo reclamo mañana.

If I don't receive the package today, I will demand it tomorrow.

Siempre reclamo cuando veo una injusticia.

I always speak up/protest when I see an injustice.

Direct Object with Reclamar

You can 'reclamar' something directly without a preposition: 'Reclamo mi dinero' (I claim my money).

Using 'Reclamar' for 'Asking' nicely

Mistake: “Reclamo un favor.”

Correction: Say 'Pido un favor'. 'Reclamo' sounds much more aggressive and demanding.

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