This is the 1079th most frequent Spanish word.
querido
Dear; beloved; cherished.
Used as an adjective meaning 'dear' to denote affection or respect.
Querido amigo, espero que estés bien.
Dear friend, I hope that you are well.
Used as an adjective meaning 'cherished' to emphasize special value or significance.
Es un recuerdo muy querido para mí.
It is a very cherished memory for me.
Used as a form of the verb 'querer', meaning 'wanted' in a past participle sense to express desire or aspiration.