Quieran (en. Want)

/ˈkjeɾan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

To express desire or will regarding something.

I hope they want to come to the party.

Espero que ellos quieran venir a la fiesta.

To indicate a preference or intention.

They might want to buy a new car.

Es posible que quieran comprar un coche nuevo.

Used in hypothetical or wishful situations.

If they wanted to, we could travel together.

Si ellos quisieran, podríamos viajar juntos.

From Latin 'quaerere', which means 'to ask or to seek'.

whether they want to or not

Indicates that something must happen regardless of people's will.

quieran o no

if they want

Used to offer an option or alternative.

si quieren

querer

To feel the desire to possess or do something.

querer

desire

An aspiration or longing.

deseo

intention

The will to perform an action.

intención

Quieran informally, as a synonym for 'they want'.

If they want, we can go out to eat.

Si quieren, podemos salir a comer.

Referring to young people seeking fun.

The boys want to go out dancing tonight.

Los chicos quieren salir a bailar esta noche.