geraum
Translation
considerable, lengthy, ample
Examples
Nach geraumer Zeit verstand er es.
After a considerable time, he understood it.
Das Projekt dauerte eine geraume Weile.
The project took a considerable while.
Grammar Patterns
((geraume Zeit/Weile)) a considerable time/while It took a geraume Weile.
Similar Words
Synonyms: beträchtlich, lang; Antonyms: kurz
Etymology
From 'Raum' (space, room), implying a large 'space' of time.
Memory Tips
Think of 'geräumig' (spacious) but for time. A 'spacious' amount of time.