This is the 15482nd most frequent Russian word.
представлял
"Представлял" means "represented" or "imagined."
The word 'представлял' in this sentence denotes the act of imagining something in one's mind.
Когда он был маленьким, он часто представлял себя космонавтом.
When he was little, he often imagined himself as an astronaut.
Here, 'представлял' is used to refer to the act of presenting or showcasing something to others.
На собрании он представлял результаты работы своей группы.
At the meeting, he presented the results of his group's work.
In this context, 'представлял' means to form a mental picture or understanding of something.