This is the 4105th most frequent Portuguese word.
podem
"Podem" means "they/you (plural) can" or "are able to."
This sentence uses 'podem' to express possibility or permission in the present tense for the third person plural (they).
Eles podem ir ao cinema depois da aula.
They can go to the cinema after class.
Here, 'podem' indicates ability or potential for the third person plural subjects in the present tense.
As pessoas podem aprender idiomas novos com prática regular.
People can learn new languages with regular practice.
In this case, 'podem' is used to convey a probable outcome or capability contingent on the condition described.