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In English, the verb “demand” is something you say when you have a strong need for something. It is usually an impolite way to ask for something. However, in French, the word demander is a better way “to ask” for something. The speaker is showing more consideration of the other person’s feelings.
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Native English speakers are often afraid to use demander when speaking French as they worry that it may sound impolite.
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"Demander" can also mean "to wonder" in French, if you put the word "me" in front of it. So, for example, the expression "Je me demande quand le film commence" means "I wonder when the movie begins."
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