This is the 633rd most frequent Portuguese word.
querem
"Querem" means "they want" or "you (plural) want" in English.
Here, 'querem' is the third person plural form of the verb 'querer' (to want), indicating desire.
Eles querem viajar nas férias.
They want to travel during the holidays.
In this instance, 'querem' again indicates desire, used for emphasis on a goal.
As crianças querem aprender a nadar.
The children want to learn how to swim.
'Querem' here is used for expressing the inclination or plan within a group addressed in the second person plural.