This is the 12793rd most frequent Spanish word.
opten
"Opten" is the third-person plural present subjunctive form of "optar," meaning "they may choose" or "they may opt."
In this sentence, 'opten' is used as a subjunctive verb indicating what should be done by others, highlighting a recommendation.
Es importante que opten por una opción sostenible.
It is important that they choose a sustainable option.
Here, 'opten' is in the subjunctive mood, representing a potential or future action contingent on students' choice.
Cuando los estudiantes opten por hacerlo, el proyecto será más dinámico.
When the students choose to do it, the project will be more dynamic.
'Opten', in this instance, conveys the speaker's wonder or questioning regarding others' choices, again in subjunctive mood.