This is the 3219th most frequent Dutch word.
gemist
"Missed."
In this sentence, 'gemist' is used as the past participle of 'missen', indicating the loss of an opportunity or chance.
Ik heb mijn kans om te winnen gemist.
I missed my chance to win.
Here, 'gemist' implies failing to catch or be present for a scheduled occurrence, like the bus.
Hij heeft de bus gemist doordat hij te laat vertrok.
He missed the bus because he left too late.
In this instance, 'gemist' expresses longing or noticing the absence of someone or something desired.