This is the 3228th most frequent Dutch word.
geruime
"Geruime" means "considerable" or "ample" in English, often referring to a significant amount of time.
Here, 'geruime' is used as part of the phrase 'geruime tijd', meaning 'considerable time' or 'quite some time', indicating a notable duration.
Ik heb geruime tijd gewacht.
I have waited for quite some time.
In this sentence, 'geruime' modifies 'ervaring' to express 'extensive' or 'considerable', describing the significant level of her experience.
Zij heeft geruime ervaring in dit veld.
She has extensive experience in this field.
'Geruime' preceding 'jaren' here suggests 'many' or 'several', emphasizing the passage of numerous years.