This is the 11606th most frequent Portuguese word.
pedem
"Pedem" is the third person plural (they/you all) form of the verb "pedir," meaning "ask" or "request."
In this sentence, 'pedem' is used to indicate that 'they' ('eles') are making a request or asking for assistance regarding a specific subject.
Eles pedem ajuda para conservar o meio ambiente.
They ask for help to conserve the environment.
Here, 'pedem' is employed to describe the students' action of expressing a desire or request for a certain change or addition.
Os alunos pedem por mais atividades lúdicas na aula.
The students ask for more playful activities in class.
In this example, 'pedem' conveys the idea that the children are seeking or requesting the focus or involvement of the adults.