This is the 1672nd most frequent Spanish word.
prefieren
"Prefieren" means "they prefer" or "you (plural) prefer."
In this sentence, 'prefieren' is used to express preference for one activity over another.
Ellos prefieren leer libros en vez de ver la televisión.
They prefer to read books instead of watching television.
Here, 'prefieren' indicates a habitual preference for an activity under certain conditions.
Los niños prefieren jugar afuera cuando hace buen tiempo.
The children prefer to play outside when the weather is nice.
In this question, 'prefieren' is employed to inquire about someone's choice or preference.