This is the 430th most frequent Swedish word.
helst
Preferably.
Here, 'helst' emphasizes preference, indicating the most favored choice.
Jag skulle helst vilja ha kaffe.
I would most preferably like to have coffee.
In this sentence, 'helst' is used to suggest an ideal action or option.
Du kan helst gå hem om du är trött.
You can preferably go home if you are tired.
'Helst' here asks about someone's most favored preference out of possible activities.