Portuguese · Common Verbs
Querer
[/keˈɾeʁ/]
To want
Beginnerverb
Definition
To have a desire for something.
Ter vontade ou desejo de algo.
Example
Quero aprender português.
I want to learn Portuguese.
Etymology
'Querer' comes from the Latin 'quaerere', which means to seek or desire, reflecting personal aspirations and needs.
How & Where It’s Used
'Querer' is used in both formal and informal contexts, commonly found in everyday conversations, written language, and requests.